This is a market research notice from the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for preventive maintenance and repair service agreements for multiple types of Waters instrument systems. The FDA is seeking small business sources but also encourages other business concerns to submit capability statements. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is ****, with a small business size standard of $34 million. The requirement includes service for Waters Acquity H Class systems, Acquity Classic systems, Arc systems, Alliance system, and Empower software licenses, which are critical for the FDA's color certification program. The period of performance is June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027. Responses, including capability statements, are due by email to ***@***. *. * on or before May 4, 2026, by 13:00 hours Central Time. The FDA is not obligated to award a contract or pay for information provided. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in responses.
The period of performance for this requirement is from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027. The bid submission deadline is May 4, 2026, by 13:00 hours Central Time.
The bid notice does not specify payment terms.
The bid notice does not specify warranty terms.
The bid notice does not specify the award criterion.
Respondents must include their business name, SAM Unique Entity ID number, business address, business website, business size status, point of contact name, mailing address, phone number, and email address. Sufficient descriptive literature demonstrating the capabilities to meet the requirements is also necessary. Three years of past performance information is required, including details of previous contracts. If applicable, identification of GSA schedule contracts, best in class contracts, or AbilityOne contracts should be provided. Information regarding accessibility testing and customization for Section 508 standards is also required.
The bid notice does not specify penalties.
A preliminary visit may be necessary to assess if an instrument meets performance standards for service agreement coverage. If deemed necessary, it shall be conducted during the initial scheduled preventive maintenance visit and is included in the service agreement price. The bid notice states, if the contractor determines that a pre inspection is necessary, it shall be conducted during the initial scheduled preventive maintenance visit.
The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a challenge deadline.
The bid notice does not provide an estimated total value.