SAM #1232SA26Q1142

USDA ARS Solicitation for Benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform (Prospector or Equal)

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking to procure a benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform to support high-throughput microbial isolation and characterization at its Pullman, WA facility. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - ARS Wheat Health, Genetics, and Quality Research - ARS Pullman, WA (Vogel Plant Biosciences Building) - Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Brand name requirement: Prospector (Isolation Bio) or equal - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform (Brand Name Prospector or Equal) - Part number: Prospector (or equivalent) - Must support high-throughput microbial isolation and characterization using nanoscale microwell arrays - Fluorescence excitation LED at Blue (450-468 nm), Green (528 nm), Red (624 nm) with specified FWHM - Fluorescence excitation and detection filters at specified nm ranges - Automated imaging, isolate selection, and transfer to multi-well plates - Minimal manual handling - Microwell volume no less than 3 nanoliters - Includes computer, software, accessories, and Windows 10 OS - Power supply: 115 V/60 Hz (US) - Operating environment: 15-30°C, 20-80% RH (noncondensing), altitude 0-2000m - One-year commercial warranty - Shipping/freight included - Services: - Installation and assembly of the platform - General user training for government staff - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal (Prospector by Isolation Bio or equivalent) - Emphasis on traceability to the OEM - Delivery required within 60 days after order (or by specified deadline) - Routine maintenance should be available - Compliance with federal acquisition regulations

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 1232SA26Q1142 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform (Brand Name Prospector 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 employees.  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.    

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