SAM #1232SA26Q0719

USDA ARS Solicitation for Advanced Circular Dichroism Spectrometer and Onsite Support

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, is seeking to procure a state-of-the-art Circular Dichroism Spectrometer to replace an outdated instrument. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - National Animal Disease Center, Ames, Iowa - Product Requested: - Circular Dichroism Spectrometer (1 unit) - Part number: 0001 - Must feature advanced sensitivity and simultaneous measurement of Circular Dichroism (CD), Linear Dichroism (LD), and Absorbance - Required components include: - Dual prism polarizing monochromator - Xenon 150W light source - Integrated wavelength calibration - Temperature control from -40°C to +130°C - Fluorescence scanning capability - Compatible software and computer (minimum 16 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD) - Services Required: - Onsite installation - Instrument and software familiarization - Service/support personnel training - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery required by specified deadline - Instrument must replace an outdated model and meet advanced technical specifications - Vendor must provide comprehensive onsite support and training - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Opportunity is set aside for small business concerns under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

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 1232SA26Q0719 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Circular Dichroism Spectrometer as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) for United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.  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. 

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