Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1152
USDA ARS Requests CID Bio-Science CI-602 Narrow Gauge Root Imager System and Accessories
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 01, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1152
NAICS
423490, 334516, 423820
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Tifton, GA is seeking a Narrow Gauge Root Imager system for scientific research. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, Beltsville MD - OEMs and Vendors: - CID Bio-Science (OEM for CI-602 Root Imager) - Products Requested: - CI-602 Narrow Gauge Root Imager (1 unit) - Gas-powered auger with 52-inch bit, 2-inch diameter (1 unit) - Clear acrylic tubes, 2-inch diameter, 105 cm length (30 units) - Technical Requirements: - System must include root imager, auger, and acrylic tubes - Detailed specifications for scanning, software analysis, tubing, and deployment equipment - Delivery required within 30 days after award - Notable Requirements: - Total small business set-aside - Comparable products to CID Bio-Science CI-602 may be considered if they meet specifications
Description
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 1232SA26Q1152 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a CID Bio- Science CI-602, Narrow Gauge Root Imager, or comparable.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516. The small business size standard is 1000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.