New Requirement - Maintenance Agreement for portable FT-IR instruments

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting a requirement for a maintenance agreement to support five Nicolet Summit X FT-IR instruments, which are portable Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy devices used for analytical purposes. The agreement will cover routine servicing, preventive maintenance, repairs, calibration, and technical support to ensure these instruments remain operational and compliant with regulatory standards. The contract is anticipated to be awarded under NAICS code 541990, which encompasses other scientific and technical consulting services, and is intended for the ongoing operational reliability of the equipment used in FDA laboratories or field operations. Performance is expected to be nationwide, as the instruments are portable and may be deployed across various FDA facilities. The solicitation is currently in the forecast phase with a posted date of May 25, 2026, and no specific solicitation number has been assigned yet. The point of contact for program inquiries is Oc Acquisition Liaison at ocacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the contracting officer has not yet been designated. This opportunity is open to eligible vendors with expertise in maintaining high-end analytical instrumentation, particularly FT-IR systems, and vendors should prepare to demonstrate experience with the Nicolet Summit X platform, access to original equipment manufacturer parts and technical documentation, and the ability to provide timely onsite or remote support. No set-aside information is provided, indicating the award may be open to all qualified businesses.