Service plan for Illumina NextSeq 2000 and iSeq 100 instruments
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 U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL), under the DEPT OF THE ARMY, has issued a Presolicitation Notice indicating its intent to procure service plans for Illumina NextSeq 2000 and iSeq 100 instruments. This is an intended sole source procurement to Illumina, Inc. Responses from responsible sources are due by April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for service plans for two specific Illumina instruments: one NextSeq 2000 and one iSeq 100. Each service plan will cover a one-year base period with three additional one-year option periods. The services are required at Austin, TX.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intended Sole Source under FAR 6.103-1)
- Duration: 1 Base Year + 3 Option Years
- Set-Aside: Intended Sole Source to Illumina, Inc.
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Time
- Anticipated Award: April 30, 2026
- Published: March 24, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to sole source and not a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source believing they can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions will be reviewed, but a determination not to compete the requirement based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion. The intended source, Illumina, Inc., is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only known source with the necessary proprietary technical data, diagnostic tools, firmware updates, and certified service personnel.
Additional Notes
- PSC Code: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- NAICS Code: 811210
- Place of Performance: Austin, TX 78712
- Primary Contact: Benjamin Krein (benjamin.l.krein.civ@army.mil)