Replacement Parts Supply and Logistics for Scientific Instruments

The contract requires the full supply of replacement parts necessary for the maintenance and repair of scientific instruments, specifically LSCs and gamma well counters, encompassing all aspects from sourcing and procurement to shipping, quality assurance, and liability management for any defective components. The vendor must ensure all parts meet stringent standards for performance and reliability, with full accountability for failures or defects that impact instrument functionality. This includes implementing robust quality control protocols and bearing responsibility for corrective actions, replacements, or remediation costs tied to faulty parts used in fielded systems. The opportunity is structured as a small business set-aside under the SBA program, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 423490, and is administered by the Department of Commerce’s NIST office. Performance is to be carried out primarily in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with the response deadline set for July 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The contract does not specify a solicitation number or point of contact, and no additional details regarding the agency office address are provided, though the place of performance is clearly designated. All logistics, including international shipping if applicable, must be managed by the contractor to ensure timely delivery and uninterrupted service to the instruments in use.