Service Agreement for NICHD Olympus VS200-6 FL Slide Scanner Equipment
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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.
The NIH/NICHD intends to restrict competition in accordance with RFO FAR 12.102(a) and solicit directly from EVIDENT SCIENTIFIC MIS, INC. in accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1(c)(2) for a 12-month service contract/extended warranty for two Evident/Olympus VS200-6 FL Slide Scanners (S/N 211012411) and (S/N 230427604). The scanners require regular preventive maintenance, calibration, and alignment by qualified technicians to maintain accuracy and reliability. We need a service contract that shall provide annual preventive maintenance and on-site repair support, including parts, labor, software updates and travel, to minimize downtime and ensure continued operation of the instruments. The agency has a continued need for these services and anticipates needing one (1) additional 12-month option year.
This Presolicitation notice is NOT a Request for Quotation (RFQ)/Solicitation, however all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, quotation, bid, or proposal, as appropriate, which will be considered by the agency. Responses shall be submitted electronically to Jacob Balenson via email to Jacob.balenson@nih.gov no later than 1700 (Eastern Time), 1/6/2026. Emails must reference Presolicitation Number 75N94026Q00022 in the subject line.