BRAND NAME OR EQUAL AGILENT 4150 TAPESTATION

SOL #: 1305M226Q0071Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Commerce
National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration
DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA
NORFOLK, VA, 23510, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 20, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Mar 27, 2026, 11:00 PM

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 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking a Brand Name or Equal Agilent 4150 Tapestation for its Cooperative Oxford Laboratory in Oxford, MD. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ Number 1305M226Q0071) issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by March 27, 2026, and will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for the purchase and delivery of one (1) Agilent 4150 Tapestation or an equivalent product. The equipment must meet specific minimum specifications, including:

  • Uses ready-to-use ScreenTape for electrophoresis tests.
  • Scalable from 1 to at least 16 samples.
  • 1-2 minute run time per sample.
  • Requires >5uL of DNA per sample.
  • Weighs no more than 40 pounds and fits on a benchtop.
  • Must be made in the United States.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm-Fixed-Price
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies), Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees
  • Delivery: 30 days after award to NOAA Cooperative Oxford Laboratory, 904 South Morris St, Oxford, MD 21654.
  • Payment Terms: Net 30
  • Quotes Due: March 27, 2026, by 5:00 P.M. MDT/MST
  • Published: March 20, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

  • Quotes must be submitted via email to michelle.walton@noaa.gov.
  • Submissions must include contact information, CAGE Code, and a specification sheet for the quoted equipment.
  • Pricing must include all delivery/shipping charges.
  • Evaluation will be based on Technical Acceptability/Capability (requiring specification sheets) and Price.
  • Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer.
  • Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.

Additional Notes

  • Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Michelle Walton via phone (757-605-7411) or email (michelle.walton@noaa.gov).
  • Quotes can be submitted on the SF-1449 form or the offeror's own company form in the same format.
  • Offerors are advised to request confirmation of receipt for their quotes.

People

Points of Contact

WALTON, MICHELLEPRIMARY
MICHELLE.WALTON@NOAA.GOV
757-605-7411

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