SAM #1232SA26Q1490

USDA ARS Solicitation for Automated Micro Plate Reader (SpectraMax Mini or Equal)

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Plant Science Research Unit is seeking to procure an automated micro plate reader for forage plant research. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Plant Science Research Unit, Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Molecular Devices (SpectraMax Mini specified as brand name or equal) - Products/Services Requested: - Automated micro plate reader (SpectraMax Mini or equal) - Quantity: 1 unit - Key features: - Multi-mode detection: absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence - Compatible with 6, 12, 24, 48, 96, and 384 well microplates and up to 4 cuvettes - Benchtop size restriction: must fit within 40cm (w) x 33cm (d) x 35cm (h) - Thermal regulation: 4°C to 45°C - Long life Xenon flash lamp, bandpass ≤ 5nm - Multiple shaker features, top of plate read mode - Dedicated software for data management and analysis, compatible with Microsoft Excel - Standard 110V power - Micro volume 2μl plate reader capability - Services: - On-site installation and familiarization by OEM-certified personnel - Minimum 1-year hardware and onsite support - Minimum 1-year technical/application support - 10-year guaranteed instrument use and support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Device must replace an old single tube spectrophotometer - Firm-fixed price purchase order - Brand name or equal procurement (SpectraMax Mini by Molecular Devices specified) - Delivery required within 60–90 days of award/order - Warranty and support for at least 1 year, with 10-year guaranteed support - Instrument must include dedicated software compatible with Microsoft Excel - On-site installation and familiarization required

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 1232SA26Q1490 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase of an automated micro plate reader. It is believed that Molecular Devices SpectraMax Mini micro plate reader is the only model that will meet the agencies’ needs.

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.

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