SAM #1333MG26Q0003

NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) at the Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, SC, is seeking preventative maintenance and full-service support for an Illumina MiSeq Next-Generation DNA Sequencing System. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) - Office: Hollings Marine Laboratory - OEM Highlight: - Illumina, Inc. is the sole referenced OEM for the MiSeq system - Products/Services Requested: - Preventative maintenance and recertification for one Illumina MiSeq Next-Generation DNA Sequencing System (serial M07852) - Includes one-time recertification, annual preventive maintenance, software and firmware updates, technical support, and full repair coverage with OEM parts - Full-Service Maintenance Coverage (Silver Support Plan), part number NS4000HM - On-site service, emergency repairs with two-business-day response, and telephone/email technical support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All services must be performed by factory-trained personnel authorized by Illumina - Use of only OEM parts for repairs - Compliance with scientific integrity and sexual harassment prevention policies - Small business set-aside under NAICS code 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) - Place of Performance: - NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory, 331 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412

The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) has a requirement for Preventative Maintenance of Illumina MiSeq Next-Generation Sequencing System at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory. All services rendered shall be in accordance with the Statement of Work. The estimated period of performance is April 13, 2026 - April 12, 2027.

The Government will award a firm fixed price contract based on price. Quotes shall include all costs associated with each CLIN unless otherwise indicated on the vendor’s quote. 

This RFQ is unrestricted. The associated NAICS code is 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance  

Additionally, each offeror must provide the following information with the quote:

The Request for Quote (RFQ) number; The Name, Address, Telephone Number, and Unique Entity Identification (UEI) of the Offeror; Fill in your quoted unit and total price/s in the space provided on attached SF1449 SOL_1333MG26Q0003 for each CLIN Per 1330-52.222-70, provide a statement that you understand and will comply with the sexual harassment prevention and response policy. Include a statement specifying the extent of understanding and agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the RFQ. Quotes that reject the terms and conditions of the RFQ may be excluded from consideration; Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (SF-30), if any,

All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes must be submitted via electronic means (e-mail) by 11:00 A.M. Eastern on April 3, 2026; any award resulting from this RFQ will be made based on best value to the Government.  Factors considered will be technical approach and capability, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to scott.beliveau@noaa.gov .

Telephone inquiries will not be honored.

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The Government does not accept responsibility for non-receipt of quotes. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to request and receive a confirmation of the quote receipt.