Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1362
USDA ARS Solicitation for ThermoFisher SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer Consumables
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 24, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1362
NAICS
334516, 423490, 325413, 339112
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Mycology and Nematology Genetic Diversity Laboratory at the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, is seeking quotations for consumables compatible with the ThermoFisher Scientific SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Mycology and Nematology Genetic Diversity Laboratory - Beltsville Agricultural Research Center - OEM Highlight: - ThermoFisher Scientific is the specified manufacturer for all requested products - Products Requested: - SeqStudio Cartridges (6 units) - SeqStudio Cartridge v2 (1 unit; 96-well Plate, 8-tube Strip, for up to 250 injections or 1000 reactions) - BigDye Sequencing Kits (1 unit) - BigDye Terminator v3.1 Cycle Sequencing Kit (1 unit; for 1000 reactions, includes Ready Reaction Mix, primers, control DNA, and Sequencing Buffer) - Technical Requirements: - Consumables must be compatible with the SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer - Kits support rare variant sequencing, fragment analysis, and de novo sequencing - Storage requirements: Cartridges refrigerated at 2-8°C; BigDye kit stored at -15°C to -25°C - Notable Requirements: - Brand name ThermoFisher Scientific or equivalent - Timely delivery required by the end of the performance period - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on typical pricing, estimated range is $5,000 to $15,000
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 1232SA26Q1362 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer Instrument and Consumables in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of this solicitation and Attachment 1 – Specifications (Brand Name ThermoFisher Scientific).
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 1232SA26Q1362 for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.