Sources Sought for Comprehensive service coverage of a Bruker Avance III 400 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer ( NMR ).

2026-11-03

Performance Work Statement ( PWS ) Service Contract for NMR Spectrometer & Related Equipment23 March 2026C . 1 BackgroundComprehensive service coverage is required to ensure continuous , uninterrupted operation of the Bruker Avance III 400 Megahertz ( MHz ) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer ( NMR ), in service at the Weapons and Materials Research Directorate of the Army Research Lab ( ARL ), Aberdeen Proving Ground ( APG ), MD . The system is equipped with broadband probes and ancillary hardware and electronics to permit acquisition of both liquids and solid samples ( i . e . magic - angle spinning , or MAS ). C . 2 ObjectiveThe NMR system is used daily by a wide variety of programs and projects , primarily to assess the outcomes of material or chemical synthesis efforts . With multiple users on any given day , a period without access to the NMR would hinder multiple research programs . A service plan is required to ensure the continued operation of the NMR , to ensure timely performance of routine maintenance , to ensure timely completion of cryogen fills , and to ensure proper function of both the liquids and solids probes . C . 3 RequirementThe respondent shall provide service and maintenance coverage of the indicated NMR system , ( Serial Number # 10215255 ), and all associated hardware , electronics , accessories , and probes . C . 3 . 1 : The contractor shall provide routine maintenance of NMR magnet , electronics , accessories , probes , and other related items ; replace consumables such as filters at recommended intervals . This includes at least one performance maintenance ( PM ) visit each year of coverage . C . 3 . 2 : The contractor shall provide a technician or engineer to assist with liquid cryogen ( liquid He ) fills as necessary , defined as liquid He level at 50 % or less . A typical fill interval is every ~ 4 . 5 months , meaning that up to three ( 3 ) fills may be required in any contract term . ARL is responsible for providing the cryogen . Weekly fills of liquid nitrogen are to be handled by ARL staff . C . 3 . 3 : The contractor shall be responsible for re - energization and setup of magnets in case of a quench event . C . 3 . 4 : The contractor shall provide on - site ( APG ) diagnostics and instrument service in case of performance degradation or component failure . Remedies may include component repair / refurbishment or component replacement as needed . C . 3 . 5 : The contractor shall provide service for probes , when necessary , either on - site ( APG ) or at the provider ’ s facility . C . 4 AT - OPSEC RequirementsC . 4 . 1 : Access and general protection / security policy and procedures . This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Army controlled installation , facility , or area . Contractor and all associated sub - contractors employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office , Director of Emergency Services or Security Office . Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements ( FAR clause 52 . 204 . 9 , Personal Identify Verification of Contractor Personnel ) as directed by DoD , HQA and / or local policy . In addition to the installation change , the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes . C . 4 . 2 : For contractors that DO NOT require CAC but require access to a DoD facility or installation . Contractor and all associated sub - contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index ( NCIC - III ) and Terrorist Screening Database ( TSDB ) ( Army Directive 2014 - 05 / AR 190 - 13 ), applicable installation , facility and area commander installation / facility access and local Security policies and procedures ( provided by Government Representative ), or , at OCONUS locations , in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations . C . 5 Distribution StatementC . 5 . 1 : Determination of Contract Submission Documents : DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A . Approved for public release ; distribution is unlimited . C . 5 . 2 : Determination of Information Generated from the Performance of the Contract : DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A . Approved for public release ; distribution is unlimited . C . 6 Period of Performance ( PoP ) The Government intends to award a contract with one ( 1 ) base year plus two ( 2 ) additional option years for a total PoP of three years . The Contractor shall perform and comply with the full scope of this PWS for the option years if exercised . C . 7 Place of PerformanceThe service and maintenance coverage to be provided under this contract shall be accomplished at : Army Research Laboratory6300 Rodman Road , Building 4600Aberdeen Proving Ground , MD21005

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