NOI-Service agreement for LSRFortessa Flow Cytometer instrument used at National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS).

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking a service agreement for a BD LSRFortessa flow cytometer instrument used at the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). The instrument requires manufacturer-specific diagnostic tools, calibration procedures, firmware access, and proprietary replacement parts. The service contract should ensure the instrument is always operational with as little downtime as possible. • The contract will be awarded on a non-competitive basis to BD Biosciences, the original equipment manufacturer. • The service contract should include comprehensive maintenance, authorized software updates, certified parts replacement, and factory-trained technical support. • The contract will be for a firm-fixed price. • The solicitation is issued under the authority of FAR 12.603, Streamlined Solicitation for Commercial Products or Commercial Services.