# SAM #123A9426Q0061

USDA Solicitation for Size Exclusion Chromatography Instrument with Light Scattering Detector

**Buyer:** FSIS OAS PCMB
**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Respond By:** September 29, 2026
**Identifier:** 123A9426Q0061
**NAICS:** 334516, 423490

The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and Agriculture Research Service SEA Commodity Utilization Research office are soliciting quotations for a size exclusion chromatography instrument with a light scattering detector for laboratory use.
- Government Buyer:
  - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
    - Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Acquisition Services Division (ASD)
    - Agriculture Research Service SEA Commodity Utilization Research office, Southern Regional Research Center
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Size exclusion chromatography instrument with light scattering detector (SEC-MALS)
    - 1 unit requested (multiple CLINs, each for 1 unit)
    - Includes automation, autosampler, consumables, columns, pumps, temperature controllers, refractive index, viscometry, multi-angle light scattering detectors
    - Software with licenses and cables
    - Installation and operation training for up to 4 people
    - Warranty/service plan
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - OEM traceability required for all items
  - Instrument must be capable of measuring molecular weight and branching characteristics of scientific samples (e.g., polysaccharides)
  - Delivery required to USDA ARS Southern Regional Research Center, New Orleans, LA
  - Early delivery accepted
  - Training and installation included
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; all responsible sources may submit quotations
- Period of Performance:
  - Delivery required by contract end date; early delivery accepted
  - Firm-fixed-price purchase order anticipated
- Estimated Contract Value:
  - Typical SEC-MALS systems range from $100,000 to $300,000 per unit, depending on configuration and included services
- Potential Competitors:
  - Leading manufacturers of SEC-MALS systems include Wyatt Technology, Waters Corporation, Agilent Technologies, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, and Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Competing Products:
  - Wyatt Technology DAWN/Optilab SEC-MALS system
  - Waters Advanced Chromatography Systems with light scattering detector
  - Agilent 1260 Infinity II Multi-Detector GPC/SEC System
  - Shimadzu Prominence GPC/SEC System
  - Thermo Scientific Chromatography Systems with light scattering detector

### Description

<p>This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.&nbsp; This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.&nbsp; Quotations are being requested and separate written solicitation will not be issued.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Solicitation number 123A9426Q0061 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for A size exclusion chromatography with light scattering detector instrument is required for the measurement of molecular weight and branching characteristics for scientific samples (for example, polysaccharides) &nbsp;</p>

<p>This acquisition&nbsp; is not set-aside for small business concerns.&nbsp; The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516. &nbsp;The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. &nbsp;This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. &nbsp;&nbsp;All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Quotes shall be submitted to Madonna Montgomery via email at Madonna.Montgomery@usda.gov.</p>

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