SAM #1232SA26Q1303

USDA ARS Solicits Automated Microbiology Testing System (Vitek 2 Compact PRO 15 or Equal)

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Southeast Area is seeking quotations for an Automated, Continuous-Access Microbiology Testing System. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - ARS Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Biomerieux Inc. (OEM specified) - Products/Services Requested: - Automated, Continuous-Access Microbiology Testing System - Model: Vitek 2 Compact PRO 15 (or equal) - Quantity: 1 unit - No specific part number provided - Delivery required to Fayetteville, AR - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal requirement (Biomerieux Vitek 2 Compact PRO 15 or equivalent) - Firm-fixed price purchase order - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws - Technical acceptability requires detailed product literature - Delivery deadline specified - Additional Details: - Procurement is unrestricted (not set aside for small business) - All responsible sources may submit quotations - Specifications and salient characteristics available in attachments

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 1232SA26Q1303 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Automated, Continuous-Access Microbiology Testing System in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of this solicitation and Attachment 1 – Specifications (Brand Name Biomerieux Inc. - Vitek 2 Compact PRO 15 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. 

See Attachment 1232SA26Q1303 for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

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