Opportunity
SAM #140G0226Q0071
USGS Solicits Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 or Equivalent qPCR Instrument with Installation and Training
Buyer
USGS Denver Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
August 07, 2026
Identifier
140G0226Q0071
NAICS
334516
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Boulder laboratory is seeking to procure a new quantitative PCR (qPCR) instrument to replace an aging system. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Denver Acquisition Branch, Denver Science Acquisition Team - OEMs and Vendors: - Bio-Rad (CFX Opus 96 Real Time PCR System specified as a reference or equivalent) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Quantitative PCR (qPCR) instrument - Reference model: Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 Real Time PCR System (Part Number: 12011319) or equivalent - Must meet detailed technical specifications: - Thermal cycler lid temperature: 30-110°C - Gradient operational range: 30-100°C - Optical detection: 6 filtered LEDs and photodiodes - Multiplex analysis: up to 5 targets per well - 96-well capacity, sample size 1-50 microliters - Temperature accuracy: ±0.2°C at 90°C - Sensitivity: detect 1 copy of target sequence - Software compatibility: Windows 11 - On-site installation and hands-on training by professionally trained field service engineers - Minimum one-year warranty starting on acceptance date - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Instrument must be delivered within 90 days after receipt of order - Compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards - Firm fixed price contract - Replacement of an existing, aging system
Description
EO 14398 and the purchase of quantity one (1) quantitative PCR (QPCR) instrument