SAM #1284LM26Q0137

USDA Solicitation for Cryogenic Controlled Rate Freezer and Installation

The USDA Forest Service, Intermountain Region, through the Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center, is soliciting quotations for a cryogenic controlled rate freezer to support biological sample preservation. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Intermountain Region - Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center (Almyra, AR) - Products Requested: - Cryogenic Controlled Rate Freezer (model 2026 or equivalent) - Must freeze biological samples with precise cooling rates down to -180°C - Supports freezing up to 60 straws simultaneously - Programmable cooling and heating rates - Portable (under 20kg) - Includes connecting hose to a dewar - Power requirement: 115 V - Minimum 1-year full manufacturer's warranty - Delivery to Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center (FOB Destination) - Services Requested: - Onsite installation and training for the freezer - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Freezer must ensure high cell viability and reproducible cryopreservation - Delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order - Small business set-aside, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Firm-fixed-price purchase order with a 60-day firm price hold period for offers - Onsite installation and training included - Warranty and portability emphasized - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned, but the model "2026" is referenced as a baseline.

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. 

This solicitation is issued as a RFQ for a Planer Controlled Rate Freezer to be delivered to the Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center in Almyra, AR.

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 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside . All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Please see attachments for salient characteristics, delivery information and submittal instructions. Email any questions to joanne.meiers@usda.gov. 

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