J--Notice of Intent to Sole Source for service contract agreement for the JEOL USA

The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) intends to negotiate and award a purchase order on a sole source basis to JEOL USA, Inc. for the renewal of the annual maintenance contract for the JEOL 7600 FESEM Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope. The contract will allow for the servicing and replacement of major components by factory-trained technicians, ensuring consistent and calibrated results. The period of performance is from 06/01/2026 to 05/31/2027. Key aspects of the job include: • Servicing and replacement of major components by factory-trained technicians • Maintenance of consistent and calibrated results • Prevention of costly damage to the instrument and injury to its users • Access to consistent and calibrated results