Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0831
USDA ARS Solicitation for Full Enclosure Incubator and Hypoxia Mixer
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
June 24, 2026
Respond By
June 29, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0831
NAICS
334516, 423490, 423450
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Microbiome and Metabolism Research Unit in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking quotations for specialized laboratory equipment to support advanced research. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Microbiome and Metabolism Research Unit, ACNC - Products Requested: - Full Enclosure Incubator (Quantity: 1) - Must be compatible with Echo Revolution Confocal microscope - Controls temperature (ambient up to 40°C), humidity, and CO2 - Fully fanless, see-through construction - Hypoxia Mixer (Quantity: 1) - Compatible with Revolution/Confocal Full Enclosure Incubator - Regulates CO2 (0–5%) and oxygen (0–20%) - Connects to compressed CO2 and balance gas cylinders - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must provide detailed quotations including brand, make, model, and place of manufacture - Equipment must meet specified technical characteristics for compatibility and performance - Evaluation based on lowest price technically acceptable and past performance - Delivery is FOB destination to USDA in Little Rock, AR - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; all responsible sources may submit quotations - Preferred delivery date is July 15, 2026; quotes must be valid for 90 days
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 1232SA26Q0831 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a full enclosure incubator and hypoxia mixer.
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.