3 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction PCR Units

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of three (3) Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) systems. These systems are intended for use by the USDA ARS SEA AAO ACQ/PER PROP at the Environmental Integrated Dairy Management Research Unit in Marshfield, WI.

• Three (3) Real-time PCR systems.

• The systems must be capable of performing Polymerase Chain Reactions.

• Period of Performance: April 8, 2026, to April 7, 2027.

• Delivery Date: July 4, 2027.

• Contract Type: Likely a fixed-price contract for supplies, based on the SF 1449 form.

• Offer due date: April 3, 2026, at 1700 ET.

• Invoices for supplies should be submitted after the delivery of the items.

• Invoices should be submitted to the Contracting Officer and electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• The solicitation is for commercial items.

• The NAICS code is 334516 with a size standard of $1,000.

• The acquisition is listed as "UNRESTRICTED" with no specific set-aside indicated in the provided fields.

• The solicitation number is 232SA2600354.

• The point of contact for solicitation information is Lynn Hults at 912-464-9723.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference and attached.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. The government is procuring 3 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Units with a minimum one-year warranty service. This is an unrestricted requirement, not set-aside for small businesses. The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 334516, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.

• Procurement of 3 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Units.

• Minimum one-year warranty service is required.

• Detailed specifications for the PCR units are provided in an attached document.

• Award is anticipated as a Firm-Fixed Priced Contract.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Quotations are requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance.

• Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, not necessarily the lowest-priced offeror.

• Technical Approach evaluation will assess the ability to meet requirements and understanding of the SOW.

• Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Past Performance will be evaluated as Acceptable or Neutral.

• Questions are due by April 01, 2026, 3:00 PM Central Time, via email to lynn.hults@usda.gov.

• This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and AGAR clauses by reference. Full text is available upon request or electronically.

• Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Delivery is required 90 days after award; early deliveries are accepted.

• Shipping Instructions: Items are to be shipped to USDA, ARS, EIDMRU, 2615 Yellowstone Dr., Marshfield, WI 54449.

• Offerors must accurately represent plant locations for production.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the specifications for the procurement of real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) instruments.

• Quantity: 3 instruments

• Type: Plate-based real-time PCR instruments with 96-well blocks.

• Multiplexing: Capable of 7-channel multiplexing for simultaneous quantification of 7 targets per reaction.

• Software: Must include software for instrument operation and data analysis. Analysis package for absolute quantification and melt curve genotyping is required. Software must support data management via shared network folders (export/import) and importing external standard curves.

• Hardware: Government will furnish PCs; no PCs should be supplied by the vendor.

• Warranty: Minimum 1-year full warranty including parts and labor.

• Compatibility: Must be compatible with existing laboratory infrastructure and workflow.

• Service Contracts: Options for service contracts must be provided and will be selected at the time of purchase.

• Installation & Training: Must be included.

• Delivery Schedule: ASAP

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• Place of Delivery: USDA/ARS, ATTN: Tucker Burch, 2615 Yellowstone Dr, Marshfield, WI, 54449.

• Delivery Point of Contact: To be determined after contract award.