SAM #1232SA26Q0806

USDA ARS Solicitation for Locomotion Compensator, Insect Behavior Monitoring System (TrackSphere)

This opportunity from the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) seeks a specialized insect behavior monitoring system for research purposes. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Biological Control of Insects Research Laboratory, Columbia, MO - Contracting Operations Branch/Acquisition and Property Division - OEM Highlight: - Ockenfels Syntech GmbH (sole known manufacturer) - Products Requested: - Locomotion Compensator, Insect Behavior Monitoring System (1 unit) - Includes: 300mm diameter sphere unit with aerostatic support, X and Y motors/encoders, sensor and light source supports, control unit (video display, signal conditioning, feedback adjustment, power supply, RS232 data output, event status inputs, air pump), video CMOS camera with macro zoom lens, IR and visible LED illuminators, mounting supports, and 'TrackSphere' software for data analysis - Designed to monitor and record movements of insects sized 1-10 mm - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only Ockenfels Syntech GmbH is identified as capable of supplying this equipment - System must enable rapid identification of chemical signals influencing insect behavior and evaluation of pest control compounds - Delivery required by December 31, 2026 (or within 150 days after award) - Compliance with detailed Statement of Work and technical proposal required - Place of manufacture and country of origin forms must be submitted - Firm fixed price contract with a 60-day price hold period - Quantity: - 1 complete system - Purpose: - To support research evaluating compounds affecting insect chemosensory systems and pest control strategies

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 1232SA26Q0806 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Locomotion Compensator, Insect Behavior Monitoring System in accordance with attached Statement of Work (SOW) Specifications.

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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