Preventive Maintenance for Zeiss Axiovert 200 MAT Metallograph & Olympus GX71 Inverted Metallurgical Microscope
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE), is soliciting proposals for Preventive Maintenance and Alignment services for a Zeiss Axiovert 200 MAT Metallograph Microscope and an Olympus GX71 Inverted Metallurgical Microscope. This is a Firm Fixed-Price procurement, issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for routine preventive maintenance services, including two (2) inspections per year (scheduled for October and April). Services encompass cleaning of optics and components, alignment of the illumination train, cleaning and lubrication of mechanics, and minor adjustments/repairs to maintain equipment in first-class operating condition. The equipment is located at Shop 24100, Bldg. 4032, Cherry Point, NC 28533.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR Part 52.219-6)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $34,000,000.00
- Period of Performance: Base year (March 16, 2026, to March 15, 2027) plus three (3) option years, extending through March 15, 2030.
- Solicitation Issue Date: February 10, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: March 4, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Published Date: February 24, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made on the basis of price for proposals meeting or exceeding acceptability standards. Offerors must provide sufficient technical information (e.g., data sheet, drawing, specification) for evaluation. The initial offer should represent the vendor's best price.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) prior to submission to be considered for award. Quotes must be submitted via email to Kara Marie Ridgell at kara.m.ridgell.civ@us.navy.mil and include FOB (Destination preferred), shipping cost (if applicable to 20670), Tax ID#, Dun & Bradstreet #, Cage Code, Small Business status (Yes/No), Estimated Delivery Date, Pricelist (if available), and Total Amount. The Technical Point of Contact is Clint Salter (clinton.e.salter.civ@us.navy.mil, 252-464-5339).