J065--Histology Equipment Service Questions and Answers

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 01, is soliciting services for the maintenance and repair of histology equipment at a facility in White River Junction. This requirement is issued as solicitation 36C24125Q0038 and is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside. The contract falls under NAICS 811210, which covers Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, and PSC J065, for the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of medical, dental, and veterinary equipment and supplies.

The scope of work involves servicing various laboratory instruments, including a Sakura VIP6 tissue processor, microtomes, autostainers, coverslippers, and cryostats manufactured by Leica and Thermo Scientific. Service requirements include adhering to specific preventive maintenance schedules that occur throughout the year in March, July, and September. There are currently no reported mechanical issues with the listed inventory. Responses to this combined synopsis/solicitation must be submitted by December 11, 2024. The notice includes two .docx attachments, and Manases Cabrera is the designated point of contact.