SAM #1232SA26Q0750

USDA ARS Solicitation for Bio-Rad ChemiDoc Go Imaging System or Equal

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Produce Safety & Microbiology office is soliciting quotations for an advanced laboratory imaging system. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Produce Safety & Microbiology office - OEM Highlight: - Bio-Rad is specified as the brand name, but 'or equal' products are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - ChemiDoc Go Imaging System with Image Lab Touch Software (Bio-Rad brand or equivalent) - Quantity: 1 unit - Key technical requirements: - 20 MP CMOS detector with deep cooling - All-LED internal illumination (UV, Blue, Amber, Green, White) - Smart Tray Technology - Large imaging area (21 x 14 cm) - Onboard 9.7" or larger multi-touch screen - Automated pre-calibrated autofocus and auto-exposure - Supports chemiluminescence blots and high-throughput diagnostic workflows - Notable Requirements: - 'Brand Name or Equal' specification allows for equivalent products meeting all technical criteria - Delivery required within 60 days after award to Albany, CA (early delivery accepted) - Firm fixed price contract awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror - Emphasis on technical acceptability, past performance, and compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI policies

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; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0750 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a ChemiDoc Go Imaging System and Image Lab Touch Software.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference.  The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

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. 

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. 

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