Opportunity
SAM #140F0S26Q0061
Automated Liquid Handler System (Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid or Equal) with Installation, Programming, and Training
Buyer
USFWS Office of Satellite Services
Posted
September 08, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
140F0S26Q0061
NAICS
334516, 423490, 541512
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Abernathy FTC) is seeking quotes for an advanced automated liquid handling system, specifying the Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid or an equivalent. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Abernathy FTC - OEMs and Vendors: - Beckman Coulter (OEM) - QInstruments (OEM for thermal adapters and cold plate) - Alpaqua (OEM for magnet plates) - Thermo (OEM for thermal cycler) - Products Requested: - 1 Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid with enclosure (part number: B87585) - Multiple accessories and attachments, including: - Pipetting head MC96, 5-1200 uL (V87589) - Biomek Method Launcher (B85329) - ALP, 1x1 static (B87477, qty: 23) - 1X1 TIP LOAD ALP (C02867, qty: 10) - ALP, Trash (B87483, qty: 2) - QInstruments Thermal Adapters (C75278, C74188) - Kit, Integration, Framing Adapter, Bioshake (D04938) - Wash station, MC96 pipette tips (B87689) - Alpaqua Magnum FLX Enhanced Universal Magnet Plate (B68420, qty: 2) - Device Controller PDU (D11053) - Bioshake D30 elm Orbital Shaker (C99761) - Qinstruments ColdPlate Heater Cooler (C66351, qty: 2) - Thermo ATC 96 Well Thermal Cycler (C11682) - Various integration kits and ALPs - Welcome Package with warranty/support (D15216) - Services Requested: - Setup, installation, initial calibration, and delivery - On-site programming development for two programs - On-site customer training for beginners - Service contracts for instrument and accessories - Shipping services - Unique Requirements: - Vendors may offer 'equal' products but must provide a detailed line-by-line comparison to demonstrate equivalency - All required accessories and attachments must be included - Installation, programming, and training are mandatory - Period of Performance: - 1-year contract for the workstation and service/support - Shipping and delivery to Abernathy FTC, Longview, WA - Evaluation Criteria: - Technical capability, past performance, and price - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on scope and equipment, likely in the $250,000–$400,000 range - Notable OEMs: - Beckman Coulter, QInstruments, Alpaqua, Thermo
Description
Auto Liquid Handler, Biomek i7 Brand Name or EqualThis is a solicitation for an automated liquid handler system, Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Brand Name or Equal.See the attached specifications sheet for system requirements. Vendors offering an "equal" machine must demonstrate in a line by line comparison that the machine offered is equal in capability and also includes all of the attachments/accessories detailed in the specifications sheet.Delivery is to:Abernathy FTC1440 Abernathy Creek RdLongview, WA 98632Quote is to include installation with initial calibration/setup, machine/robot programing development for 2 programs, and trainingSubmit your questions to Robert_Sung@ios.doi.gov