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Extended Technical Support and Maintenance Services

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Response Deadline08/06/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract involves extended technical support and maintenance services for a microscope system, covering post-installation assistance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and software updates to ensure continued optimal performance. These services are critical for sustaining the functionality and reliability of the equipment, with all activities directed toward minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency in a research environment. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 811219 and is issued by the National Institutes of Health NICHD, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, with performance expected to occur in Bethesda, Maryland, at the 20892 ZIP code. It was posted on July 27, 2026, and responses are due by August 6, 2026, requiring timely submission from qualified service providers capable of delivering specialized technical support for advanced scientific instrumentation.

General Info

Extended technical support for microscope system in Bethesda, Maryland, under NIH NICHD subcontract.

Agency

Department Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health NichdView Agency

NAICS

811219 - Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and MaintenanceView NAICS

Place of Performance

Bethesda, MD, 20892, USA

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PostedJul 27

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Response DeadlineAug 6

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08/06/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTCin 8 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health Nichd

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Post-installation support, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and software updates for the microscope system.

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