Empyrean X-ray Diffraction (XRD) system Service Agreement

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to PANalytical Instrument. This procurement is for a authorized services for the existing Empyrean X-ray Diffraction (XRD) system to meets all the requirements for conducting XRD analysis of airborne particle samples. Malvern PANalytical is the original manufacturer and the only provider of parts and authorized services for the existing Empyrean X-ray Diffraction (XRD) system located in the Hamilton laboratory. A one-year service agreement is requested to cover preventative maintenances and emergency repairs of the instrument. This contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) (SAP) and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). Interested parties may identify their interest and submit documentation of their capability to respond to the requirement. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all responses received within four (4) days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the government. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any response should be emailed to the appropriate point of contact at [email protected] by 11:00 AM on 28 October 2021.