Preventative Maintenance and Service Agreement for Sony cell sorter LE-SH800G

The National Institutes of Health Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking a preventative maintenance and service agreement for the Sony cell sorter LE-SH800G through solicitation number 75N98026Q00453, a presolicitation posted on May 27, 2026, with a response deadline of June 8, 2026. The contract requires Sony Biotechnology Inc. to provide on-site service performed exclusively by a factory-trained field service representative, ensuring all maintenance activities align with the manufacturer’s original specifications. Services encompass comprehensive inspection, repair or replacement of worn or unserviceable components, precise calibration, and adjustment of all instrument functions, including full dismantling, reassembly, and rigorous testing when necessary. The agreement also covers the provision of parts, labor, travel, software updates, and access to technical software experts to support optimal instrument performance. All work must be conducted at the designated location in Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, where the instrument is operational. There is no specified contract value, pricing structure, or set-aside status, and no detailed performance period has been outlined. The NAICS code 334516 classifies the procurement within the scientific and medical instrumentation manufacturing sector, and the procurement process does not include specific evaluation criteria, certifications, packaging requirements, or administrative instructions beyond the technical scope and personnel qualifications.