COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION
\nEquipment Relocation Services – Heavy and Sensitive Instrumentation
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
\nSub-Agency: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of Research Services (ORS), Division of Safety (DS)
NAICS Code: 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors
\nPSC: V119 – Transportation/Travel/Relocation: Transportation, Other
Solicitation / Reference Number: PCA-ORS-08760
\n\nNotice Type
\n\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
\n\nThis requirement is being conducted as a simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13 using the commercial acquisition procedures of FAR Part 12. All responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration by the Government.
\n\nDescription of Requirement
\n\nThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) requires contractor support to rig and relocate heavy and sensitive radiation detection equipment between NIH facilities in Bethesda, Maryland.
\n\nThe equipment will be relocated from Building 21, Rooms 117 and 143, to Building 13, Room 3W51 during business hours.
\n\nThe Contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, materials, equipment, rigging, packaging, transportation, and other resources necessary to safely move and place the Government-owned equipment at the destination location.
\n\nDisassembly, reassembly, calibration, testing, and system validation are not included in this requirement. Those services will be performed separately by the equipment manufacturer. The Contractor shall coordinate move activities with NIH personnel and the manufacturer's representatives as necessary.
\n\nEquipment to Be Relocated
\nOne (1) Mirion Fastscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 10,600 lbs.
\nOne (1) Mirion Accuscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 8,700 lbs.
\nTwo (2) Mirion BeGE (Broad Energy Germanium) detector systems with shielding – approximately 2,500 lbs. each
All equipment shall be treated as fragile, high-value scientific instrumentation and handled accordingly throughout the relocation.
\n\nPlace of Performance
\n\nNIH Campus, Bethesda, Maryland
\nBuilding 21 to Building 13
Basis for Award
\n\nThe Government intends to make award to the responsible vendor whose quotation represents the best value to the Government.
\n\nTechnical Capability and Relevant Experience, when combined, are more important than Price. As quotations become more equal under the non-price factors, Price will become increasingly important.
\n\nQuotations will be evaluated using the following factors:
\n\nTechnical Capability – The vendor's demonstrated ability to perform the required relocation, including its proposed personnel, rigging and lifting equipment, packaging and transportation methods, safety approach, damage-prevention measures, and ability to coordinate with NIH and manufacturer personnel.
\nRelevant Experience – The vendor's experience performing similar relocation projects involving heavy, sensitive, high-value, or specialized equipment.
\nPrice – The total quoted price will be evaluated for reasonableness and completeness.
\nResponsibility
Prior to award, the Government may verify that the selected vendor has the personnel, equipment, experience, financial resources, and other capabilities necessary to successfully perform the requirement and comply with applicable safety requirements.
\n\nApplicable Provisions and Clauses
\n\nThe following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition, as applicable:
\n\nFAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-3 – Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-4 – Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-5 – Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.211-8 – Time of Delivery, if applicable
\nFAR 52.236-13 – Accident Prevention, if applicable to the required rigging and lifting activities
Vendors shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of award and shall ensure that applicable representations and certifications are current.
\n\nQuotation Requirements
\n\nAt a minimum, quotations should include:
\n\nTotal firm-fixed price;
\nA description of the vendor's technical approach to completing the relocation;
\nRelevant experience with similar heavy, sensitive, or high-value equipment relocations;
\nProposed personnel and major rigging/lifting equipment;
\nAny assumptions, exclusions, or limitations affecting the quoted price or performance; and
\nProposed schedule or availability to complete the work.
\nResponse Due Date
Quotations are due no later than September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
\n\nSubmission Instructions
\n\nQuotations shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified below. Vendors are responsible for confirming receipt of their quotation.
\n\nPoint of Contact
\n\nContract Specialist: Travis Brown
\nEmail: travis.brown@nih.gov
\nThe Government reserves the right to make award without discussions. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or reimburse any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a quotation.
\n
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\nUpdate 12:11 PM 09/21/2026
\nThis update serves to include information for a site visit.
\nAny offeror interested in participating in the site visit scheduled for 12:00PM to 1:00PM on 09/23/2026 must email their intent to participate no later than 1:00PM 09/22/2026 to dustin.gibbs@nih.gov.
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\nAdditional Vendor Questions:
\n
* Any offeror interested in participating in the site visit scheduled for 12:00PM to 1:00PM on 09/23/2026 must email their intent to participate no later than 1:00PM 09/22/2026 to dustin.gibbs@nih.gov.
\n\n*To be determined at site visit
\n\n* To be determined at site visit
\n\n* To be determined at site visit
\n\n*No. Disassembly will occur ahead of relocation. However specs will be coordinated with manufacturer. See Solicitation PCA-ORS-06651
\n\n\n\n*Yes
\n\n*To be determined at site visit
\n\n*Within 10 weeks
\n\n*Between 9AM and 5PM
\n\n*Yes. Details can be obtained during site visit
\n\n*Coordination with manufacturer on this will be required.
\n\n*Vendor may propose coverage as part of their proposal.
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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION
\nEquipment Relocation Services – Heavy and Sensitive Instrumentation
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
\nSub-Agency: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of Research Services (ORS), Division of Safety (DS)
NAICS Code: 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors
\nPSC: V119 – Transportation/Travel/Relocation: Transportation, Other
Solicitation / Reference Number: PCA-ORS-08760
\n\nNotice Type
\n\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
\n\nThis requirement is being conducted as a simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13 using the commercial acquisition procedures of FAR Part 12. All responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration by the Government.
\n\nDescription of Requirement
\n\nThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) requires contractor support to rig and relocate heavy and sensitive radiation detection equipment between NIH facilities in Bethesda, Maryland.
\n\nThe equipment will be relocated from Building 21, Rooms 117 and 143, to Building 13, Room 3W51.
\n\nThe Contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, materials, equipment, rigging, packaging, transportation, and other resources necessary to safely move and place the Government-owned equipment at the destination location.
\n\nDisassembly, reassembly, calibration, testing, and system validation are not included in this requirement. Those services will be performed separately by the equipment manufacturer. The Contractor shall coordinate move activities with NIH personnel and the manufacturer's representatives as necessary.
\n\nEquipment to Be Relocated
\nOne (1) Mirion Fastscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 10,600 lbs.
\nOne (1) Mirion Accuscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 8,700 lbs.
\nTwo (2) Mirion BeGE (Broad Energy Germanium) detector systems with shielding – approximately 2,500 lbs. each
All equipment shall be treated as fragile, high-value scientific instrumentation and handled accordingly throughout the relocation.
\n\nPlace of Performance
\n\nNIH Campus, Bethesda, Maryland
\nBuilding 21 to Building 13
Basis for Award
\n\nThe Government intends to make award to the responsible vendor whose quotation represents the best value to the Government.
\n\nTechnical Capability and Relevant Experience, when combined, are more important than Price. As quotations become more equal under the non-price factors, Price will become increasingly important.
\n\nQuotations will be evaluated using the following factors:
\n\nTechnical Capability – The vendor's demonstrated ability to perform the required relocation, including its proposed personnel, rigging and lifting equipment, packaging and transportation methods, safety approach, damage-prevention measures, and ability to coordinate with NIH and manufacturer personnel.
\nRelevant Experience – The vendor's experience performing similar relocation projects involving heavy, sensitive, high-value, or specialized equipment.
\nPrice – The total quoted price will be evaluated for reasonableness and completeness.
\nResponsibility
Prior to award, the Government may verify that the selected vendor has the personnel, equipment, experience, financial resources, and other capabilities necessary to successfully perform the requirement and comply with applicable safety requirements.
\n\nApplicable Provisions and Clauses
\n\nThe following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition, as applicable:
\n\nFAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-3 – Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-4 – Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-5 – Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.211-8 – Time of Delivery, if applicable
\nFAR 52.236-13 – Accident Prevention, if applicable to the required rigging and lifting activities
Vendors shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of award and shall ensure that applicable representations and certifications are current.
\n\nQuotation Requirements
\n\nAt a minimum, quotations should include:
\n\nTotal firm-fixed price;
\nA description of the vendor's technical approach to completing the relocation;
\nRelevant experience with similar heavy, sensitive, or high-value equipment relocations;
\nProposed personnel and major rigging/lifting equipment;
\nAny assumptions, exclusions, or limitations affecting the quoted price or performance; and
\nProposed schedule or availability to complete the work.
\nResponse Due Date
Quotations are due no later than September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
\n\nSubmission Instructions
\n\nQuotations shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified below. Vendors are responsible for confirming receipt of their quotation.
\n\nPoint of Contact
\n\nContract Specialist: Travis Brown
\nEmail: travis.brown@nih.gov
\nThe Government reserves the right to make award without discussions. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or reimburse any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a quotation.
COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION
\nEquipment Relocation Services – Heavy and Sensitive Instrumentation
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
\nSub-Agency: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of Research Services (ORS), Division of Safety (DS)
NAICS Code: 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors
\nPSC: V119 – Transportation/Travel/Relocation: Transportation, Other
Solicitation / Reference Number: PCA-ORS-08760
\n\nNotice Type
\n\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
\n\nThis requirement is being conducted as a simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13 using the commercial acquisition procedures of FAR Part 12. All responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration by the Government.
\n\nDescription of Requirement
\n\nThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) requires contractor support to rig and relocate heavy and sensitive radiation detection equipment between NIH facilities in Bethesda, Maryland.
\n\nThe equipment will be relocated from Building 21, Rooms 117 and 143, to Building 13, Room 3W51.
\n\nThe Contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, materials, equipment, rigging, packaging, transportation, and other resources necessary to safely move and place the Government-owned equipment at the destination location.
\n\nDisassembly, reassembly, calibration, testing, and system validation are not included in this requirement. Those services will be performed separately by the equipment manufacturer. The Contractor shall coordinate move activities with NIH personnel and the manufacturer's representatives as necessary.
\n\nEquipment to Be Relocated
\nOne (1) Mirion Fastscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 10,600 lbs.
\nOne (1) Mirion Accuscan Whole Body Counter – approximately 8,700 lbs.
\nTwo (2) Mirion BeGE (Broad Energy Germanium) detector systems with shielding – approximately 2,500 lbs. each
All equipment shall be treated as fragile, high-value scientific instrumentation and handled accordingly throughout the relocation.
\n\nPlace of Performance
\n\nNIH Campus, Bethesda, Maryland
\nBuilding 21 to Building 13
Basis for Award
\n\nThe Government intends to make award to the responsible vendor whose quotation represents the best value to the Government.
\n\nTechnical Capability and Relevant Experience, when combined, are more important than Price. As quotations become more equal under the non-price factors, Price will become increasingly important.
\n\nQuotations will be evaluated using the following factors:
\n\nTechnical Capability – The vendor's demonstrated ability to perform the required relocation, including its proposed personnel, rigging and lifting equipment, packaging and transportation methods, safety approach, damage-prevention measures, and ability to coordinate with NIH and manufacturer personnel.
\nRelevant Experience – The vendor's experience performing similar relocation projects involving heavy, sensitive, high-value, or specialized equipment.
\nPrice – The total quoted price will be evaluated for reasonableness and completeness.
\nResponsibility
Prior to award, the Government may verify that the selected vendor has the personnel, equipment, experience, financial resources, and other capabilities necessary to successfully perform the requirement and comply with applicable safety requirements.
\n\nApplicable Provisions and Clauses
\n\nThe following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition, as applicable:
\n\nFAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-3 – Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-4 – Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.212-5 – Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
\nFAR 52.211-8 – Time of Delivery, if applicable
\nFAR 52.236-13 – Accident Prevention, if applicable to the required rigging and lifting activities
Vendors shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of award and shall ensure that applicable representations and certifications are current.
\n\nQuotation Requirements
\n\nAt a minimum, quotations should include:
\n\nTotal firm-fixed price;
\nA description of the vendor's technical approach to completing the relocation;
\nRelevant experience with similar heavy, sensitive, or high-value equipment relocations;
\nProposed personnel and major rigging/lifting equipment;
\nAny assumptions, exclusions, or limitations affecting the quoted price or performance; and
\nProposed schedule or availability to complete the work.
\nResponse Due Date
Quotations are due no later than September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
\n\nSubmission Instructions
\n\nQuotations shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified below. Vendors are responsible for confirming receipt of their quotation.
\n\nPoint of Contact
\n\nContract Specialist: Travis Brown
\nEmail: travis.brown@nih.gov
\nThe Government reserves the right to make award without discussions. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or reimburse any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a quotation.