Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0430
Device Service Plan for Waters Laboratory Equipment at USDA ARS New Orleans
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 08, 2026
Respond By
September 15, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0430
NAICS
334516, 811219
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in New Orleans, LA is seeking a contractor for a comprehensive Device Service Plan covering laboratory equipment. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division - Sea Food and Feed Safety Research facility, New Orleans, LA - OEMs and Vendors: - Waters Corporation (OEM for all devices covered) - Products/Services Requested: - Service plan for two Waters Acquity H-class UPLC Liquid Chromatographs - Serial numbers: F16QSM405A, G16SDI308G, E16UPD427A, G18AFC437N, G14D1713G, D14QPF385G, C24UPL204A - Service plan for one Waters Xevo G2 XS QTOF Mass Spectrometer - Serial number: YFA1798 - Device Service Plan includes: - Performance maintenance visits, repairs, priority response (within 72 hours) - Software and firmware upgrades - Genuine Waters OEM parts - Phone support, online service request portal, 24/7 customer support, weekend callback support - Service by OEM-trained and authorized engineers - Loaner instruments if needed - Coverage includes parts, travel, technical support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor personnel must be escorted on-site - Service coverage is for specific serial-numbered devices - Firm-fixed price contract with monthly invoicing in arrears - Base period plus four one-year option periods - Compliance with federal regulations and DEI requirements - Service response guaranteed within 72 hours - All responsible sources may submit quotations - Period of Performance: - Base period of one year, with four one-year option periods (total up to five years) - Each option period priced separately and invoiced monthly
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 1232SA26Q0430 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Device Service Plan – New Orleans LA.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. It is the quoters responsibility to monitor this sam.gov posting for any updates, clarifications, or amendments.
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