Opportunity

SAM #12639526Q0108

Preventative Maintenance for Leica Biosystems HistoCore Spectra Equipment at USDA NVSL

Buyer

APHIS Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services

Posted

April 22, 2026

Respond By

April 24, 2026

Identifier

12639526Q0108

NAICS

811210, 811310, 811219

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is soliciting preventative maintenance services for Leica Biosystems HistoCore Spectra laboratory equipment at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) - Veterinary Services National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) - OEM Highlight: - Leica Biosystems is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specified for the HistoCore Spectra Stainer (ST) and Coverslipper (CV) - Products/Services Requested: - Preventative maintenance services for: - Leica Biosystems HistoCore Spectra Stainer (Serial #: 0813) - Leica Biosystems HistoCore Spectra Coverslipper (Serial #: 02000783) - Estimated 12 months of service per device per year, for up to three years (base year plus two option years) - Services must comply with the Performance Work Statement requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Firm-fixed price contract - HUBZone small business set-aside - Place of performance is a federal laboratory facility (USDA NVSL in Ames, Iowa) - Contract includes a possible six-month extension under FAR 52.217-8 - Quantities and Part Numbers: - Each device (ST and CV) requires 12 months of service per year, for each contract period - Serial numbers and part numbers are specified for both devices - Contract Duration: - One-year base period with two one-year option periods, not to exceed three years total

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 12639526Q0108 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Leica Biosystems HistoCore Spectra stainer (ST) and coverslipper (CV) Preventative Maintenance Service Contract

This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811210  The small business size standard is $34 million  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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