NOI-Service and Maintenance of Sony SH800SFP Cell Sorter

The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) is seeking a sole source contract for the service and maintenance of a Sony SH800SFP Cell Sorter. The contract will be for a period of 12 months, and the contractor will be required to provide preventive maintenance, repairs, and technical support for the instrument. The contractor must be the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Sony Biotechnology, as the instrument is proprietary and only the OEM has the necessary resources and expertise to maintain and repair it. The contract will include provisions for on-site visits, remote diagnostic support, and software and firmware updates. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing all labor, personnel, materials, parts, tools, equipment, travel, and facilities necessary to perform the services • Performing all services directly as the OEM • Providing OEM-authorized service and maintenance for the Sony SH800SFP Cell Sorter • Providing preventive maintenance, repairs, and technical support • Ensuring continuous system operability and user safety The contract is considered a sole source contract because Sony Biotechnology is the only vendor that can provide the required services for the proprietary instrument.