Bioreactor Vessels Compatible with Sartorius Biostat B Bioreactor Control Units
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified contractors for 12 bioreactor 2-liter autoclavable glass vessels compatible with Sartorius Biostat-B Bioreactor control units. This requirement is for the National Center for Agricultural Research (NCAR), Bioenergy Research Unit (BRU) in Peoria, IL. Responses are due March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The ARS requires 12 autoclavable glass vessels, each 2-liters, with specific technical features:
- Compatibility: Must integrate seamlessly with existing Sartorius Biostat-B Twin MO bioreactor control units, including stirring mechanisms and water-based temperature control systems (UniVessel Glass connections, control unit water lines, hose kit).
- Head Plate: Stainless steel head plate with 19mm, 12mm, and 6mm ports for various sensors (temperature, oxygen, pH, anti-foam), additions (acid/base/anti-foam/feed), water chilled condenser, and aeration sparge.
- Stirrer: Stainless steel stirrer shaft with direct coupling to the Biostat-B Twin MO control unit motor.
- Dimensions: Inner dimensions of Diameter = 130mm, Height = 240mm.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 334516 (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential small business set-asides including 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, Women-Owned).
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Central Time
- Published: March 19, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used to determine if adequate Small Business, SBA-certified HUBZone, 8(a), Women-Owned, or SDVOSB contractors are available. The government will use this information to make an appropriate acquisition decision, potentially leading to a restricted or unrestricted solicitation.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice only and not a solicitation or Request for Proposal. The government will not award a contract based on responses, pay for information submitted, or notify respondents of results. Interested companies should submit a Capabilities Statement demonstrating expertise and experience, along with their business size status. Responses must be submitted electronically to Monte Jordan at monte.jordan@usda.gov, referencing "Bioreactor Vessels" in the subject line. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.