Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0453
USDA ARS Procurement of Element Biosciences AVITI 2x150 Sequencing Kits for Kerrville Research Lab
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
April 29, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0453
NAICS
334516
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for high-output DNA and RNA sequencing kits for its research laboratory in Kerrville, Texas. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Plains Area - Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory - OEMs and Vendors: - Element Biosciences (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Sixteen (16) Element Biosciences AVITI 2x150 Sequencing Kits Cloudbreak (CB) Freestyle High Output - Part number: 710-00413 (where specified) - Must be compatible with Element Biosciences AVITI Model# 710-00413 Serial# AV252902 Sequencer - Supports 300 cycles of high output DNA and RNA sequencing - Proprietary sequencing flow cells designed for AVITI Sequencers - Freight charges for delivery - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal: Equivalent products must meet full compatibility with the specified AVITI sequencer - Technical and past performance evaluations required - Set aside for small business concerns under NAICS code 334516 - Firm-fixed-price contract; offer prices must remain firm for 60 days - Delivery required by August 1, 2026, with early delivery accepted - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory, 2700 Fredericksburg Road, Kerrville, TX 78028
Description
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. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0453 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for sixteen (16) Element Biosciences AVITI 2 x150 Sequencing Kits Cloudbreak (CB) Freestyle High Output that must be compatible for use in Element Biosciences AVITI Model# 710-00413 Serial# AV252902 Sequencer in accordance with Statement of Work attachment. Brand name or equal.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516. The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.