Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0571
Automated Sample Preparation and Concentration Platform Procurement (Markes Centri 180 or Equivalent)
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
May 12, 2026
Respond By
May 27, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0571
NAICS
334516
USDA ARS AFM APD is seeking an advanced automated sample preparation and concentration platform for laboratory use. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), AFM APD office - OEMs and Vendors: - Markes International (OEM for Centri 180 platform) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - Markes International Centri 180 Automated Sample Preparation and Concentration Platform or equivalent - Includes accessories: - Centri 90 Mounting Kit - Smart SPME Fiber Kit - Centri 90 Internal Standard Option - U-CENTRI-S2-TRAYCOOLER - Centri liquid syringe tool for syringes - Standard Wash Module - Sample Rack for 54 vials - Centri Waste Adapter - Centri Headspace Tool - Smart headspace syringe - HiSorb probe - INSIGHT-Flow modulator for GCGC - GC installation kit - Aroma & odour profiling - ChromCompare+ chemometrics and data mining platform - Quantity: 1 platform (with listed accessories) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - "Or equivalent" clause allows for competing products with similar capabilities - Total small business set aside under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) - Award based on lowest price technically acceptable - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Fort Pierce, Florida - USDA ARS AFM APD contracting office in Beltsville, Maryland
Description
Presolicitation Notice in accordance with the attached memorandum.