SAM #1232SA26Q0853

USDA ARS Solicitation for Ion Chromatograph System Compatible with Thermo-Fisher Scientific

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Coastal Plains Soil, Water & Plant Research Center is seeking to procure a new ion chromatograph system to replace obsolete laboratory equipment. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Coastal Plains Soil, Water & Plant Research Center - Office: USDA ARS Acquisition and Property Division - Product Requested: - Ion Chromatograph System (1 unit) - Part number: 0001 - For anion and cation analysis - Must comply with ASTM standards D4327-11 and D6919-09 - Capable of selenium measurement - Must be compatible with Thermo-Fisher Scientific AS-AP Autosampler and Chromeleon software - OEMs and Vendors: - Thermo-Fisher Scientific (referenced for compatibility) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be compatible with specific Thermo-Fisher Scientific hardware and software - Compliance with ASTM standards for laboratory analysis - Small business set-aside under NAICS 334516 - Firm fixed price purchase - Delivery required within 60 days of contract award - No specific model or manufacturer mandated, but compatibility requirements strongly favor Thermo-Fisher Scientific solutions.

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 1232SA26Q0853 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase and delivery of an ion chromatograph system for anion and cation analysis.

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 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 the attached solicitation for additional details.

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