Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0501
USDA Solicitation for BD FACSMelody Inspection and Service Plan in Wyndmoor, PA
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
April 30, 2026
Respond By
May 07, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0501
NAICS
334516, 811219, 811310
This opportunity is for a performance-based service contract to support specialized laboratory equipment at a USDA research facility in Wyndmoor, PA. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (APD), NEA Dairy and Functional Foods Research - OEM Highlight: - BD Biosciences is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the equipment and service requirements - Products/Equipment: - BD FACSMelody and FACStation with two lasers (Mini 488-20 Blue Laser and Mini 640-45 Red Laser) - Part Number: BD FACSMelody and FACStation - Quantity: 1 unit - Services Requested: - Pre-inspection service (CLIN 0001): - OEM-certified inspection of the BD FACSMelody and FACStation to ensure proper operation per OEM User Manual - To be completed within 45 days - Device Service Plan (CLIN 0002): - Optional 10-month service plan - Includes one on-site preventative maintenance visit with PM Kit, software updates, unlimited business day service visits, 48-hour emergency response, and unlimited telephone support - Requires OEM-certified technicians and adherence to OEM specifications and government standards - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Service must be performed by OEM-certified technicians - All maintenance and repairs must comply with BD Biosciences specifications and government quality standards - Service plan is optional and may be exercised at the government's discretion - Delivery and service location is a federal research facility in Wyndmoor, PA - Set-Aside and Eligibility: - Total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516 - Open to small businesses, including women-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses
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 1232SA26Q0501 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Device Inspection and Service Plan.
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 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.