SAM #1232SA26Q1222

USDA ARS Solicitation for Steam Sterilizer Replacement and Backup Generator Installation

This opportunity involves the procurement and installation of a new laboratory-grade steam sterilizer for the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) at the Northern Plains Agricultural Research Center in Sidney, MT. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - ARS Acquisition and Property Division - PA Northern Plains Agricultural Research Center, Sidney, MT - Tree Fruit Research Laboratory, Hood River, OR (for generator delivery) - OEMs and Vendors: - Getinge USA, Inc. (explicitly specified as OEM for steam sterilizer) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Getinge USA Model 733LS steam sterilizer or equivalent - Part number: 733LS - Chamber dimensions: 26.5"W x 36"H x 53"L - Features: microprocessor-controlled, automatic gravity/vacuum cycles, single door, freestanding, house steam generator, stainless steel chamber, touchscreen interface, safety features - Accessories: rack with three shelves, loading car, transfer carriage - Warranty: 1 year parts/labor, 15 years ASME pressure vessel - Turn-key removal and disposal of existing sterilizer - Delivery and installation of new sterilizer per manufacturer recommendations - One (1) backup power generator (for Hood River, OR), with installation - Chamber dimensions: approx. 26.5"W x 36"H - Features: horizontal sliding or equivalent door, pre-vacuum, gravity, and liquid sterilization cycles, touchscreen or equivalent interface - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Buy American Act - Set aside for small businesses, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Firm-fixed price contract - Warranty requirements for sterilizer and pressure vessel - Responsible removal and disposal of old equipment - Delivery and installation at specified USDA ARS locations - Evaluation criteria include technical acceptability, price, and past performance

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. 

Requirement is subject to Buy American Act

FAR Clause 52.225-1 Buy American – Supplies (Sep 2025) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (Sep 2025) is incorporated into this solicitation. If quoting a foreign produced item 52.225-2 shall be completed.

A site visit will be held on 8/13/2026 starting at 10:00am CDT. Refer to Attachment I – Terms and Conditions, Solicitation Information, Site Visit for registration information and closing for Attachment IV – Contractor RFI instructions.

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1222 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for  a turn-key product including proper installation of all material and equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations.   Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of existing Getinge steam sterilizer from Building #18.   Contractor shall procure and install a new Getinge USA, Inc. Model #733LS or equivalent.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 339112  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.

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