Sole-source maintenance for Zeiss LSM 980 microscope at NIH.
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) intends to award a sole-source maintenance service contract for a Zeiss LSM 980 /Axio Observer 7 microscope. The contract covers full-service maintenance, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and technical support. Only Zeiss-certified technicians are authorized to service this specialized equipment. The period of performance is one base year plus four option years. This notice is a presolicitation and not a request for competitive quotes.