R--ILLUMINA NEXTSEQ 1000 SILVER SUPPORT PLAN
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified businesses capable of providing an Illumina NextSeq 1000 Silver Support Plan. This plan is crucial for the Illumina NextSeq 1000 Sequencing System (S/N VL00515) at the Alaska Science Center (ASC), Molecular Ecology Lab (MEL), ensuring its vital role in DNA sequencing research. Responses are due January 28, 2026, at 1500 PST.
Scope of Work
The required support plan is a one-year contract covering comprehensive maintenance and technical assistance. Key services include:
- Full coverage for parts, labor, and travel.
- Reagent replacement in the event of hardware failures.
- Remote technical support available 18 hours/day, 5 days/week.
- A target of 2-business day on-site response for repairs.
- Control software and hardware updates.
- Onsite applications support and discounts on advanced training.
- Remote monitoring capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance ($34 million size standard)
- Product Service Code: R425, Engineering And Technical Services
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Period of Performance (Anticipated): April 7, 2026 - April 6, 2027
- Place of Performance: United States Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center, Molecular Ecology Lab, 4210 University Drive, Anchorage AK 99508.
- Response Due: January 28, 2026, at 1500 PST
- Published: January 22, 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research effort to determine the availability of qualified businesses and to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. Responses will inform potential future solicitations.
Additional Notes
This announcement is not a request for quote or proposal, and the Government is not committed to awarding a purchase order or contract. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in preparing responses. Capability statements must be submitted via electronic mail to yangzhideng@usgs.gov; hardcopy or web portal submissions will not be accepted.