Service agreement for the Nikon AXR-NSPARC confocal

The National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders within the National Institutes of Health is issuing a notice of intent for a sole-source service agreement under solicitation 75N98026Q00014. The procurement is intended for Nikon Instruments, as they are identified as the only responsible source capable of meeting compatibility and continuity requirements due to proprietary data, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The agreement focuses on the maintenance and operation of the Nikon AXR-NSPARC confocal system located in Bethesda, Maryland. The scope of work requires the contractor to ensure the Nikon AX-R operates properly through the provision of one preventive maintenance service, updates to the NIS Elements Software, and the supply of all necessary repair parts, labor, and travel expenses. Additionally, the contractor must provide technical support and consultation with Nikon experts to ensure proper system use. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Towanda Daniels at danielt@mail.nih.gov by 9:00 a.m. EDT on October 26, 2026.