SAM #1232SA26Q1161

USDA ARS NBAF Solicits Agilent Cytation 9 Multimode Plate Reader and Cell Imaging System (or Equal)

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS is seeking to procure a high-performance multimode plate reader and cell imaging system for advanced vaccine and diagnostic protein analysis. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) - Biologics Development Module (BDM) - OEM Highlight: - Agilent Technologies (Cytation 9 Multimode Reader specified as brand name or equal) - Products/Services Requested: - 1 x Multimode Plate Reader and Cell Imaging system (Agilent Cytation 9, part number CYT9M-SN, or equivalent) - Must support UV-Vis absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, fluorescence polarization, time-resolved fluorescence, and alpha detection modes - Capabilities for end point, kinetics, spectral scanning, and well-area scanning - Includes upright and inverted microscopes, gas (CO2 and O2) and temperature control (up to 65°C), shaking, and advanced imaging (fluorescence, phase contrast, brightfield, color brightfield) - Software for automated image capture, analysis, and processing - Compact footprint (approx. W42 x D51 x H45 cm) - Onsite installation, start-up, and software training included - Notable Requirements: - Delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order - Firm fixed price contract; award based on lowest price technically acceptable - System must meet all salient characteristics as specified - Open to equivalent products meeting or exceeding Agilent Cytation 9 specifications

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 1232SA26Q1161 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Multimode Plate Reader and Cell Imaging (brand name 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  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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