Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1238
USDA Solicitation for 10X Genomics Spatial Transcriptomics System and Reagents
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
August 14, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1238
NAICS
334516, 541715
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Midwest Area, is seeking quotations for a high-resolution, single-cell spatial transcriptomics system for advanced analysis of cattle gut tissues. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Midwest Area, Cell Wall Biology and Utilization Research - OEM Highlight: - 10X Genomics is specified as the brand name or equal; all primary products are from 10X Genomics - Products Requested: - Visium CytAssist system with accessory and training kit (1 unit, part number 1000441) - Visium CytAssist Reagent Accessory Kit (1 unit, part number 1000449) - Visium HD 3', 6.5 mm, 16 reactions (1 unit, part number 1000856) - Visium HD 3', 6.5 mm, 4 reactions (1 unit, part number 1000857) - Dual Index Kit TT Set A, 96 reactions (1 unit, part number 1000215) - High-throughput system for spatial transcriptomics analysis (1 unit, supports probe-based and poly-A capture, species-agnostic, compatible with FFPE and other tissue types, ultra-high-density barcoded slides) - Critical and nonstandard reagents and slides for high-resolution spatial transcriptome library preparation - Services Requested: - Certified training on instrument operation and workflows - Delivery and installation of the instrument at the government facility in Madison, WI - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must support both probe-based and poly-A based capture - Must be compatible with fresh frozen, fixed frozen, and formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissues - Ultra-high-density probe layout with more than 10 million 2x2 µm barcoded squares per slide - Must enable whole transcriptome spatial analysis and high-plex protein detection in the same FFPE tissue section - OEM traceability to 10X Genomics is required - Contractor responsible for travel expenses for installation and training if needed
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 1232SA26Q1238 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for system for high-resolution, single cell spatial transcriptomics in accordance with the Terms and conditions of this solicitation and Attachment 1 – Statement of Work (Brand Name 10X Genomics 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.