Brand Specific "Agilent" Laboratory Supplies

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks bids for various laboratory supplies, specifically brand-specific items. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DEA) requires these supplies.

• The requirement is "All or None," meaning bidders must be able to provide all requested items.

• Specific laboratory equipment is listed, including Agilent 1290 Infinity III components (High Speed Pump, Multisampler, Multicolumn Thermostat, Diode Array Detector), OpenLab ChemStation software, and associated hardware.

• Bidders must be authorized Federal Government resellers of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Basis for Award: Technically acceptable / lowest price.

• Technical Acceptability: Requires the ability to provide all requested items and be an authorized OEM reseller.

• Delivery Time: Will be evaluated by the Government.

• Quote Due Date: April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

• Delivery Location: 8701 Morrissette Dr, Springfield, VA 22152.

• Submission Requirements: Response must be on company letterhead, including Point of Contact (POC), Name, Phone#, email, valid UEI#, and GSA Contract Number (if applicable).

• Bidders should include any offered discounts.

• No late quotes will be accepted.

• Eligibility: Only authorized Federal Government resellers may bid.

• Please see the attached RFQ for detailed item specifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "DEA PROVISION & CLAUSE MATRIX FOR ORDERS AGAINST OTHER AGENCY CONTRACTS" updated through FAC 2024-07. It serves as a matrix detailing applicable provisions and clauses for orders placed against other agency contracts, specifically for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

• SOLICITATION #: D-26-SS-0007
• Provisions: Includes detailed information on various provisions such as:
  • DOJ-06 National Security Risk Assessment
  • JAR 2852.233-70 Protests Filed Directly with the Department of Justice
  • 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment
  • 52.204-26 Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation
  • 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment
  • 52.204-27 Prohibition on a ByteDance Covered Application
  • JAR 2852.212-4 Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (DEVIATION)
  • DEA-2852.211-70 Period of Performance (Base and Options)
  • DEA-2852.211-71 Scheduled and Unscheduled Closures of Government Offices
  • DEA-2852.222-70 Applicable Wage Determination (Service Contract Labor Standards)
  • DEA-2852.231-70 Travel Requirements for Contractors
  • DEA-2852.237-70 Preventing Personal Services Contracts and Performance of Inherently Government Functions
  • DEA-2852.239-71 Information Resellers or Data Brokers
  • DEA-2852.242-70 Contractor Performance Assessment
  • DEA-2852.242-71 Invoice Requirements
  • DEA-2852.242-72 Final Invoice and Release of Residual Funds
  • DEA-2852.242-74 Contract Administration Points of Contact
  • DEA-2852.242-76 Key Personnel
  • DEA-2852.242-80 Telecommuting and Remote Work Arrangements for Contractor Employees
  • DEA-2852.242-81 Contractor Records Management Requirements
  • DEA-2852.242-82 DOJ Reporting System for Reportable Personnel Security Related Activities
  • DEA-2852.245-70 Government-Furnished Resources
  • DEA-2852.247-70 General Packaging and Marking Requirements
  • DOJ-01 Whistleblower Information Distribution
  • DOJ-02 Contractor Privacy Requirements
  • DOJ-05 Security of Department Information and Systems
  • DOJ-08 Continuing Contract Performance During a Pandemic Influenza Outbreak or Other Biomedical Emergency or Catastrophe
  • JAR 2852.201-70 Contracting Officer's Representative
  • JAR 2852.222-70 Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
  • JAR 2852.223-70 Unsafe Conditions Due to the Presence of Hazardous Material

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it outlines the specific legal, contractual, and administrative requirements that will govern any contract or order issued under this solicitation. It details critical aspects such as:

• National security risk assessments and protest procedures.
• Prohibitions and representations related to telecommunications equipment and services, including specific restrictions on ByteDance applications.
• Terms and conditions for commercial items, including deviations.
• Period of performance, government office closures, and travel requirements.
• Requirements for personnel, including key personnel, former DEA employees, and organizational conflicts of interest.
• Data security, privacy, and records management obligations.
• Invoice and payment procedures.
• Contractor performance assessment criteria.
• Telecommuting and remote work policies.
• Reporting requirements for security incidents and data breaches.
• Compliance with IT security policies and procedures.
• Requirements for cloud computing services.
• Supply chain risk management.
• Procedures for handling unsafe conditions and workplace safety.

Bidders must carefully review these provisions to understand their obligations and ensure their proposals adequately address all requirements. Failure to comply with these clauses can lead to disqualification or contract termination.

Sole Source Justification (SSJ)

This document justifies a sole source procurement for laboratory consumables for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) laboratories. The procurement is being conducted under simplified procedures for commercial products and services, not exceeding $7.5 million, in accordance with FAR 13.501.

• The requirement is for laboratory consumables that are specific to Agilent equipment used in DEA laboratories.

• This is a follow-on procurement for consumables previously provided by Agilent Technologies Inc.

• Total estimated value: $542,557.52

• Delivery Date: 8/31/2026

• Contract Type: Single firm-fixed priced (FFP) purchase order.

• A combined synopsis/solicitation will be posted to SAM.gov.

• The solicitation is set-aside for all Small Businesses (FAR 19.14).

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• The award will be an ALL or NONE single purchase order.

• This solicitation is set-aside for all Small Businesses.

• The justification for sole source is based on the brand name requirement, as the consumables are specific to Agilent equipment. Replacing the equipment to accommodate other brands is not considered reasonable due to cost.

• Market research indicated that while Agilent is the OEM, authorized resellers (at least two small businesses) can provide the required parts. However, not all items were available from a single vendor on GSA ebuy.