SAM.GOVDue: May 23, 2025 at 03:00 PM UTCIn-ActivePresolicitationSource Url
Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking to establish a maintenance agreement for a Malvern Panalytical Empyrean X-ray diffractometer, which is located in Reston, Virginia. This presolicitation notice indicates that the government intends to award a noncompetitive purchase order to Malvern Panalytical Inc., the original equipment manufacturer and sole authorized service provider for this equipment. The maintenance agreement will cover a one-year period starting from the date the contractor receives the purchase order, with no option periods included. While the notice states that all responsible sources may submit a quotation, it emphasizes that the award will be made noncompetitively due to the unique qualifications of Malvern. Contractors with expertise in electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance, particularly those familiar with X-ray diffractometers, are encouraged to consider this opportunity, although it is primarily directed at Malvern Panalytical.
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey intends to award a noncompetitive purchase order to Malvern Panalytical Inc (Malvern), located in Westborough, Massachusetts, for a service and maintenance agreement for an Empyrean X-ray diffractometer with i-Core optical module, located in Reston, Virginia. The period o