Opportunity

SAM #1232SA26Q1042

USDA ARS Solicitation for Oakes Laboratory Mixer (Model 2MBT1A) or Equal

Buyer

ARS APD

Posted

July 23, 2026

Respond By

July 30, 2026

Identifier

1232SA26Q1042

NAICS

334516, 333249, 333241

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Grain Quality and Structure Research Unit, is seeking to procure a laboratory mixer for cereal flour batter homogenization at laboratory and pilot scales. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Grain Quality and Structure Research Unit - ARS Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Oakes (manufacturer of the specified model) - Products/Services Requested: - Oakes Laboratory Mixer, Model 2MBT1A, or equivalent - Quantity: 1 unit - Part Number: Model 2MBT1A - Capable of continuous homogenizing of cereal flour batters - Adjustable output: 10 to 120 pounds per hour - 2-inch rotor-stator pin mill - Jacketed temperature control - 316L stainless steel sanitary construction - Digital panel controls - Includes all parts, accessories, and manufacturer documentation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - 'Brand name or equal' provision allows for equivalent products meeting all technical specifications - Delivery to Manhattan, KS - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws - Detailed product documentation required for technical acceptability - Set aside for small businesses, including women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses

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 1232SA26Q1042 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Laboratory Mixer.

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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