SAM #1232SA26Q0496

USDA ARS Solicitation for Bio-Rad CFX Duet Real-Time PCR Systems and Software

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for advanced laboratory equipment and software to support honeybee research in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Offices involved: Honeybee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Research; Southern Entomology Area (SEA) Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Research Laboratory; Contracting Operations Branch/Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Bio-Rad (Original Equipment Manufacturer for the CFX Duet Real-Time PCR System and CFX Maestro Software) - Products/Services Requested: - Three (3) Bio-Rad CFX Duet Real-Time PCR Systems - 96-well block, 2-color detection plus FRET, includes base unit and cables - One (1) CFX Maestro Software 2.3 license for Windows PC - Software for real-time PCR plate setup, data collection, statistics, and graphing - Training for new employees on system use and setup (included in total cost) - Freight/shipping charges - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal systems are acceptable (Bio-Rad specified as OEM) - Minimum one-year warranty from completion of installation - Training for new employees must be provided - Delivery required to the USDA ARS Honeybee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Research facility at 1157 Ben Hur Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70820 - Evaluation based on lowest price technically acceptable - Not set aside for small businesses; NAICS code 334516

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 1232SA26Q0496 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for:

Three (3) Bio-Rad  CFX Duet Real-Time PCR System - PCR detection system with 96-well block and 2-color detection plus FRET. Includes CFX Duet base unit and cables.  One (1) CFX Maestro Software 2.3 for Windows PC - One (1) license, CFX Maestro 2.3, software for real-time PCR plate setup, data collection, statistics, and graphing of results; for Windows PCs. 

Vendor must provide brand name or equal systems and accompanying software, systems must have a minimum of a one-year warranty from completion of installation, systems must have the training needed for use and set up of system for new employees, and the cost must be included in the total cost of item as detailed in the Specifications attachment.

This acquisition  is not 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 an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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