The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intends to award a sole-source contract to Leica Microsystems for a one-year premium service agreement on a specific Leica confocal/STED microscope system. The period of performance is from July 29, 2026, to July 28, 2027. The work involves comprehensive maintenance and support services to be performed by factory-authorized personnel. While this is a sole-source procurement, the notice indicates that other authorized Leica service partners may submit a quotation if they provide signed documentation from Leica confirming their authorization and capability. No specific budget or location for service performance is detailed in the provided description.