SAM #1232SA26Q1108

USDA ARS Solicitation for Chirascan V100 (or Equal) Circular Dichroism Spectrometer with Installation and Warranty

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Southern Regional Research Center is seeking to procure a Circular Dichroism (CD) Spectrometer, specifically the Chirascan V100 or an equivalent model, for advanced protein structural analysis. - Government Buyer: - Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Sub-agency: Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Offices: Southern Regional Research Center; Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Chirascan (Applied Photophysics) is the referenced OEM for the V100 model - The solicitation is 'brand name or equal,' allowing for equivalent products from other manufacturers - Products/Services Requested: - Chirascan V100 Circular Dichroism (CD) Spectrometer or equal (1 unit) - Key specifications: - Far-UV spectral capability down to at least 180 nm - High signal-to-noise ratio, low stray light, LAAPD detector (163-1150 nm) - Dual-polarising prism monochromator - Automated workflows with nitrogen purge - Simultaneous CD, absorbance, and fluorescence measurement - Automated titration and thermodynamic studies - Temperature-controlled cuvette holder (up to 95°C), compatible with small-volume cuvettes (≥200 µL) - Windows 11 compatibility, USB-controlled communication - Compact bench footprint (2.2 x 0.8 x 0.5 meters) - Software for automated secondary-structure estimation, spectral overlay, data export, and secure data handling - Includes on-site installation, calibration, training, documentation, and a minimum five-year warranty (parts, labor, on-site service) - Services: - Delivery and installation at the USDA ARS Southern Regional Research Center - Full system calibration and verification - On-site training for operation, maintenance, and data analysis - Provision of user manuals and maintenance guides - Technical support, method development, software updates, and warranty support for at least five years - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be suitable for structural analysis of native and processed proteins, including peanut and tree-nut allergens - Automated workflows and advanced data analysis capabilities are required - Minimum five-year warranty covering all aspects of the system - Delivery required within 60 days after order or by the specified contract period - 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; quotes are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1108 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Circular Dichroism Instrument.

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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