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The Florida Department of Health's Bureau of Public Health Laboratories (BPHL) is seeking to secure maintenance and technical support services for its 7500FAST DX analytical instruments, which are essential for conducting bioterrorism testing, influenza surveillance, arbovirus detection, and mycobacterium tuberculosis testing. These instruments are state-owned and utilize proprietary technology, which necessitates specialized maintenance services. The department has issued a sole source procurement request, justifying that only Life Technologies/Thermo Fisher Scientific, the original manufacturer and authorized service provider, can provide the required support. The estimated contract value over three years is approximately $950,000, with the procurement process open for potential vendors to submit capabilities, though the department expects to award the contract exclusively to the incumbent provider. The solicitation was posted on October 9, 2025, with a response deadline of October 30, 2025. This procurement is governed under Florida Administrative Code Chapter 60A-1.045 and is classified under NAICS code 811310, which pertains to laboratory instrument repair and maintenance services. The contract size ranges from $50,000 to $200,000 annually, reflecting the critical nature and scope of the maintenance required for these high-precision diagnostic instruments. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Yasemin Sulker, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The department emphasizes that the proprietary nature of the instruments and the exclusive rights held by Life Technologies/Thermo Fisher Scientific make this a sole source acquisition, ensuring continuity and quality of essential health testing capabilities across Florida.