SAM #1232SA26Q1012

USDA ARS Solicitation for Milestone Microwave Digestive System and Accessories

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for a Milestone brand name Microwave Digestive System for laboratory use in Riverside, CA. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Acquisition and Property Division, Contracting Operations Branch - Agricultural Water Efficiency and Salinity Research Unit - OEM Highlight: - Milestone is the sole specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products Requested: - ETHOS UP T500 with MAXI44 (Milestone microwave digestive system) - Part number: 49005-60-ET0002 - Quantity: 1 - MAXI-44 High Throughput Rotor (44 vessels complete) - Part number: MAXL44E - Quantity: 1-2 (multiple attachments specify 1 or 2 units) - Milestone TotalCARE One Year Original Factory Warranty - Part number: MTCEW-X-ETHOS - Quantity: 1 - Milestone TotalCARE One Year Miles-Care Extended Warranty for Ethos UP - Part number: MTCEW12-Ethos UP - Quantity: 1 - Installation and Familiarization service - Part number: INSTALL-Ethos - Quantity: 1 - Shipping/Freight/Delivery - Quantity: 1 - Notable Requirements: - Brand name only: Milestone products required, no substitutes accepted - System must digest 44 samples per run with 100 mL high purity vessels - Closed-vessel microwave digestion, real-time temperature monitoring, safety pressure mechanisms, corrosion-resistant materials, dual magnetron 1.9 kW microwave power, programmable software - Compatibility with existing USDA-ARS digestion protocols - Trade-in of existing Milestone Ethos EZ Microwave Digestion System - Delivery required within 60 days of award; early delivery accepted - Offers must include pricing for all items and meet technical acceptability criteria (new OEM products, documentation) - Unrestricted solicitation, set aside for economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses under NAICS 334516 - Period of Performance: - Delivery within 60 days of award; performance window from late September to late November - Warranties cover one year from installation - All technical details and minimum salient characteristics are specified in the Statement of Requirements.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in RFO FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1012 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Milestone Brand Name Microwave Digestive System.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul.

This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code (NAICS) is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

The Agriculture Priorities and Allocations System (APAS) and assigned rating are not applicable to this solicitation.

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, provisions, instructions, and evaluation criteria. See also “Attachment 2 - Statement of Requirements” for the minimum salient characteristics, capabilities, and features of the items(s) that are to be quoted on.

There are no additional requirement(s) or terms and conditions (such as financing arrangements or warranty requirements) determined to be necessary for this acquisition and consistent with customary commercial practices.

Quotes are due by the date/time/time zone listed in the “Date Offers Due” field.

Submit all quotes to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) by the “Date Offers Due”.

Quotes received after the established “Date Offers Due” deadline will be considered late. Late quotes may only be considered if it is in the Government’s best interest and if it will not unduly delay award.

Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) no later than 11:59 PM CT on August 30, 2026 (08/30/2026). Answers will be posted at least 48-hours prior to the “Date Offers Due.”

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