Notice ID: b2d4ab7b0d6a46d583e613adf911be95Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Archived on October 14, 2026. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted by HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF (NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH) on August 14, 2026. Solicitation 75N98026Q01017.
NAICS 813319 (Other Social Advocacy Organizations). Original response deadline: . Full description on SAM.gov.
Description
(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
(ii) The solicitation number is 75N98026Q01017/PCA-NIA-05279. This solicitation is issued as a competitive combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services. The Government intends to award a contract or purchase order resulting from this solicitation using full and open competition.
This acquisition is conducted under the authority of FAR 12.603, Streamlined Solicitation for Commercial Products or Commercial Services, and is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, seeks to award a firm fixed-price award to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government.
(ii) The solicitation number is 75N98026Q01017/PCA-NIA-05279. This solicitation is issued as a competitive combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services. The Government intends to award a contract or purchase order resulting from this solicitation using full and open competition.
This acquisition is conducted under the authority of FAR 12.603, Streamlined Solicitation for Commercial Products or Commercial Services, and is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, seeks to award a firm fixed-price award to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government.
Overview
Agency:
Department of Health and Human ServicesNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
Office:NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAO
Posted:August 14, 2026
NAICS:813319: Other Social Advocacy Organizations
Last Updated:Oct 14, 2026
PSC:K023: MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES
Response Deadline:
Set-Aside:Not specified
Type:Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Place of Performance:Not specified
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Similar Opportunities
Title | Phase | Agency | NAICS | Set Aside | Posted | Deadline | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Solicitation | 811210 | No Set-Aside | 10/13/2026 | 10/23/2026 | Bethesda, MD | ||
This is a Notice of Intent (NOI). This notice is published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.102(a)(1) requiring the dissemination of information regarding proposed contract actions. This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price purchase order under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 5.101 and FAR 6.302–1, as only one responsible source is reasonably available. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to negotiate on an other than full and open competition basis with Sartorius Corporation, 545-1 Johnson Avenue, Bohemia, NY 11716, to provide verification services and a 12-month preventive service plan for three Sartorius Octet RH96 instruments. The equipment to be serviced consists of the following: Octet instrument Serial No. FB-70621 Octet instrument Serial No. FB-70620 Octet instrument Serial No. FB-70173 The requirement includes three Octet 2nd Hand Instrument Verification services and three Octet RH96 Preventive Service Plans. The verification service includes verification of required components, performance check, power-on check, review of device logs, software license check, and evaluation of potential issues with quotation for repairs. Upon successful completion of verification, the preventive service plan will provide twelve (12) months of coverage, including parts and labor for break/fix events, software upgrades where applicable, and two annual preventive maintenance visits. The period of performance is December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2027, once verifications are completed. Services shall be performed in Bethesda, Maryland, at the Vaccine Research Center. The Government requires OEM-authorized service support for these instruments. Sartorius uses factory-trained service engineers and application specialists and provides original spare parts, approved software support, and manufacturer-authorized maintenance procedures. As the original equipment manufacturer, Sartorius is uniquely qualified to perform the required verification, preventive maintenance, software support, and repair services necessary to maintain the instruments in optimal operating condition. Use of non-OEM service providers or non-original parts could compromise instrument performance, invalidate warranty or service coverage, and negatively affect the reliability and reproducibility of research data. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 811210, Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, which has a size standard of $34.0 million. Sartorius Corporation is understood to be an other than small business. This will be the only notice of the Government’s intent to solicit, negotiate, and award to one source to satisfy this requirement. The Government plans to award a contract for this requirement within 30 days of this notice. While this synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, interested vendors may identify their interest and capability to satisfy this requirement. The Government understands that Sartorius Corporation is the only vendor that can provide the required OEM verification and preventive service support for these instruments. However, firms that believe they can provide the capability required to fully meet the Government’s requirement may submit a capability statement, including past performance, in writing to the identified point of contact within fifteen (15) days after publication of this notice. Such documentation shall be used solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for any information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. For additional information or to submit responses, please contact Linda Smith, Contracting Officer at linda.smith2@nih.gov and Danielle Tines, Procurement Technician at danielle.tines@nih.gov. | Special Notice | 811210 | No Set-Aside | 10/13/2026 | 10/23/2026 | Bethesda, MD | |
Attachment: Notice of Intent | Pre-Solicitation | 811210 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 10/16/2026 | Bethesda, MD | |
Requirements: The purpose of this acquisition is to obtain a service maintenance contract for the Stellaris 8 Confocal microscope in the NINDS Laboratory of Viral Immunology and Intravital Imaging (VIIIS) for mission critical experiments. The VIIIS currently uses this confocal microscope consistently to ensure standardization of research data and continuity with all previous lines of experimentation, the VIIIS needs to ensure the Leica Stellaris 8 (SN 8300000509) remains in good, workable, condition. Contractor shall furnish all the necessary services, qualified personnel, material, equipment, and facilities, not otherwise provided by the Government as needed to perform the Statement of Work below: · At least 1 annual preventative maintenance visit · Must have unlimited on-site repairs, including replacement for service parts, components, or modules necessary for repairs · Must have quick on-site response time for remedial services · Must offer unlimited access to a technical support center · Must respond to telephone calls within 2 hours · Must have unlimited remote services · Must have OEM firmware and software updates and update our Stellaris consistently · Must have all services performed by factory-trained and certified Field Service Engineers with genuine Leica Microsystems parts to meet our original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications. | Pre-Solicitation | 811210 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 10/19/2026 | Bethesda, MD | |
Please see attached NOI for Maintenance Agreement for the Leica UC7 Ultramicrotome. | Combined Synopsis | 811210 | No Set-Aside | 10/09/2026 | 10/19/2026 | Durham, NC |
Additional Details
Solicitation Number
75N98026Q01017
Archive Date
Oct 14, 2026
Office Address
BETHESDA, MD, 20892