Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0744
USDA ARS Solicitation for Aqualab (or Equal) Water Activity Meter and Lab Accessories
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
July 20, 2026
Respond By
August 04, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0744
NAICS
334516
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (APD) is soliciting quotes for laboratory equipment to support food safety research. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (APD) - OEMs and Vendors: - Aqualab (specified as brand name or equal for water activity meter and accessories) - Products/Services Requested: - Water Activity Meter (Aqualab 4TE or equal), quantity: 1 - Starter Kit (Aqualab 40910 35000 or equal), quantity: 1 - Sample Cups Bottoms Only 250PK (Aqualab 30422 or equal), quantity: 1 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be new and traceable, with Certificates of Conformance - Products must meet specified technical characteristics and be compatible with Aqualab water activity meters - Delivery required within 60 days after award, FOB destination to USDA ARS Food Safety & Intervention Technology in Wyndmoor, PA - Compliance with federal acquisition regulations and anti-discrimination laws is mandatory
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 1232SA26Q0744 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Water Activity Meter (Brand Name Aqualab or Equal) .
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.