J066--Bio-Rad chromatography system maintenance & service

The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify potential sources that can provide maintenance and service agreements for a Bio-Rad Next Gen Chromatography system. The system is used by researchers in protein purification protocols and requires preventative maintenance and service to maintain its functionality. The contract will include preventative maintenance visits and service repairs, and the contractor must be Bio-Rad trained and authorized to repair and provide service to the system. The work will be performed at the Boise VA Medical Center, and the contractor will be required to work during normal business hours. Some key points to consider: • The contract is for a base year plus 4 option years • The contractor must provide annual preventative maintenance visits and unlimited on-site repair visits • All parts used for replacement and repair must be Bio-Rad OEM • The contractor must be Bio-Rad trained and authorized to repair and provide service to the system • The work will be performed at the Boise VA Medical Center • The contractor will be required to work during normal business hours