The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires a software upgrade for Bruker Alicona InfiniteFocus Microscope G5 systems to enhance forensic analysis capabilities. The upgrade will enable searchability and comparison across datasets, improve data analysis throughput, and support counterfeit drug investigations. The requirement is a total small business set-aside. Quotes are due by June 30, 2026, 1:00 PM EST. The contract type will be firm-fixed-price. Technical requirements include native compatibility with IFM G5 proprietary formats, terabyte-scale library indexing, and nondestructive data integrity. Annual maintenance for licenses, phone and online remote support, installation, and training are included. Delivery is required no later than 30 days after award.
All items shall be delivered no later than 30 days after award.
Payment terms are Net 30 days after government acceptance of the supply items/service. Payments shall not be made more frequently than monthly in arrears.
The document mentions that inspection will include verifying all parts were received and warranties are in place, but specific warranty details are not provided.
The government shall award a contract on the basis of the lowest evaluated price meeting or exceeding the non-cost factor technical conformance to the requirements of the solicitation (LPTA).
All quoters shall be authorized resellers and/or servicing agents and must identify and/or provide documentation to confirm their claim. Quotations must clearly state license number, product description, quantity, price, and period of performance for each product.
The document does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, but mentions that if services are rejected for failure to conform to technical requirements, the contractor shall not be paid, or shall be paid an amount negotiated by the CO.
The document does not specify a deadline for challenges or protests.
Quotations that fail to complete required representations and certifications, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation, may be excluded from consideration. Submitting documents with macros may also lead to disqualification.
