Proprietary Software Equipment

The National Institutes of Health intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order to Tecniplast USA for proprietary software equipment. The equipment was installed in several phases into the Building 35/35A Shared Animal Facility between 2010 and 2024. The equipment and software are proprietary, and only Tecniplast USA technicians are qualified to perform service on this equipment. The term of the contract will be from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2031. • The equipment is proprietary and requires specialized knowledge for maintenance and operation. • Only Tecniplast USA technicians are qualified to perform service on this equipment. • The contract term is for five years, with the option for four additional years. • The National Institutes of Health is seeking a sole source award to Tecniplast USA, but other small businesses may submit a written capability statement to demonstrate their ability to perform the requirement.