Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Data Acquisition (DAQ), Noise Figure (NF) Board, and an Instrument Control Board replacement for a Thermo Exploris Mass Spectrometer Single Source Acquisition Notification
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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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR), Division of Systems Biology (DSB) has issued a Single Source Acquisition Notification for the replacement of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), Data Acquisition (DAQ) boards, Noise Figure (NF) boards, and Instrument Control Boards for a Thermo Exploris Mass Spectrometer located in Jefferson, AR. This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source purchase order to Thermo Electron North America LLC. Firms believing they can provide the required items may submit a capability statement by May 18, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for critical replacement components for a Thermo Exploris Mass Spectrometer. The required items include:
- Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs)
- Data Acquisition (DAQ) boards
- Noise Figure (NF) boards
- Instrument Control Boards
Key Requirements
- New Components: Boards must be newly manufactured, not used, refurbished, or previously used for demonstration.
- Integration: Designed and configured for seamless integration with the Orbitrap 240 instrument, without third-party parts or software.
- Warranty: Replacement boards and workmanship must be warranted for a minimum of one year after Government acceptance.
- Installation: Installation is required as soon as possible, followed by operational qualification.
- Technicians: Repair/Installation activities must be performed by formally trained and certified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technicians/engineers.
- Deliverables: Service Records and Reports detailing service performed, equipment information, technician details, hours expended, and parts replaced.
Contract Details
- Type: Purchase Order
- NAICS Code: 811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Small Business Size Standard: $34.0 million
- Place of Performance: Jefferson, AR
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals but a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract. Firms that believe they can provide the required items and installation may submit a capability statement via email to howard.nesmith@fda.hhs.gov by May 18, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time. The Government retains sole discretion to determine if this procurement will be competed based on responses.
Set-Aside
This procurement is being conducted on a single-source basis.
Additional Notes
The single-source determination is based on Thermo being the manufacturer and only authorized provider of the Orbitrap Exploris™ 240 System components and services. Using other providers would void the instrument's warranty.