SAM #1232SA26Q0338

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), AFM APD office is seeking quotations for a Vibratome Instrument to support research activities in Athens, Georgia. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), AFM APD - Product Requested: - Vibratome Instrument - Designed to cut live tissue to a specific size under aseptic conditions - Quantity: 1 unit - No specific OEM, vendor, or part number specified - Requirements: - Delivery required FOB destination to USDA ARS, 934 College Station Rd., Athens, GA - Delivery must occur within 60 days after contract award (early delivery accepted) - Technical acceptability and past performance will be evaluated - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI policies is required - Procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 334516 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - USDA ARS facility, 934 College Station Rd., Athens, GA 30605

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0338 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Vibratome Instrument per specifications.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference.  The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516  The small business size standard is 1000 employees  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.