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HERCULES, CA 94547-1804
HERCULES, CA 94547-1804
BIO-RAD LABORATORIES, INC. service contract will ensure that the PCR system will continue to provide the most precise and sensitive digital PCR solution for a wide variety of applications.
BIO-RAD LABORATORIES, INC. has provided a sole source letter to the Government, certifying that no other company has authority to service the CSP, DIGITAL PCR W/ADG OS Digital PCR System W/Auto DG, 1
Acquisition Authority: This acquisition is being conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the resultant contract award will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-05 published in the Federal Register on March 10, 2021.
This award will be issued as an Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
The Diabetes Section requires the PCR system to provide the most precise and sensitive digital PCR solution for a wide variety of applications. It is imperative that these machines stay operational hence requiring a maintenance service agreement.
Period of Performance dates: August 1,2021 through July 31, 2022
Item Names and Quantity:
LI 1 QTY. 1 CSP, DIGITAL PCR W/ADG OS Digital PCR System W/Auto DG, 1 yr FULL ON-SITE Complete Support Plan . Unlimited repair inclusive of travel, parts and labor. Computer not covered. Includes Auto Droplet Generator and Droplet Reader. 1 PM visit included.
LEVEL OF EFFORT:
Not applicable
GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
The government will provide workspace for the preventative maintenance. Machine is currently located in BRC/08CLab and vendor will have access to the room at the time of maintenance.
DELIVERY OR DELIVERABLES
Unlimited repairs inclusive of travel, parts and labor as needed during contract period.
1 PM Visit during contract period.
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Travel:
The principal place of performance is the BRC/08Clab. All Travel associated with the regular maintenance and demand on site visits are covered in the cost of the total contract,
Key Personnel:
Biorad manufacturers this equipment. Therefore, their employees are best qualified to maintain it.
In addition, the Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size must be included in the response. Laboratory personnel will sign in and sign out the representatives whenever they schedule the visits for repair and maintenance
All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov.”
Quoter Terms and Conditions (To be completed by the Offeror:
1. Period of Performance OR Delivery Date After Receipt of Order:
2. Shipping Point (F.O.B. OR Destination):
3. Payment Discount Terms:
4. NIH BPA Number, if applicable:
5. DUNS No:
6. Name of Company:
7. Street Address, City, State, Zip code:
8. Name of Person Authorized to Provide Quote:
9. Telephone Number and Email Address of Person Authorized to Provide Quote
The following provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated as an attachment. Offerors MUST complete the provision at 52.204-24 and 52.204-26 and submit completed copies as separate documents with their quotation.
1. FAR 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Aug 2020)
2. FAR 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Aug 2020)
3. FAR 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation (Oct 2020)
Interested parties may identify in writing their interest and capability in response to this requirement. Responses to this notice shall contain sufficient information to establish the interested parties’ bona-fide capabilities for fulfilling the requirement and include: unit price, list price, shipping and handling costs, the delivery period after contract award, the prompt payment discount terms, the F.O.B. Point (Destination or Origin), the Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov.
All responses must be received by closing date and must reference the announcement. Responses may be submitted electronically to the attention of the contract specialist. Fax responses will not be accepted.
All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.