Chromatography System
SOL #: 1232SA26Q0589Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
USDA ARS AFM APD
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, United States
Place of Performance
Peoria, IL
NAICS
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
PSC
Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
May 5, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 18, 2026, 4:00 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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is soliciting quotations for a Preparative Scale High Pressure Chromatography System. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS 334516. The system is required for natural products discovery at the USDA/ARS facility in Peoria, IL. Quotations are due by May 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM PT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a complete Preparative Scale High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) System. Key components include:
- Pumps: At least two, or a single pump with multiple inputs, supporting 1.0-150 ml/min flow rates and a minimum of 5000 psi.
- Detectors: UV-Vis detector (200-800 nm) and an Evaporative Light Scattering Detector (ELSD).
- Ancillary Equipment: Controller, tubing, necessary software, and a fraction collector (minimum 48 fractions, accommodating 13x100 mm and 16x150 mm test tubes).
- Features: Constant flow/pressure solvent delivery with high flow accuracy (+/- 2%), column selector (minimum 3 columns), and auto-diagnostics with auto-recovery.
- Installation & Training: The system must include installation and basic software training performed by a U.S. Citizen technician.
- Warranty: A minimum 1-year warranty is required, with 2+ years preferred.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to USDA/ARS, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria IL 61604, by July 30, 2026. All major parts should be from the same manufacturer or supported by the same.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, resulting in a Firm Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies), with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.
- Delivery After Award: 90 Days.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Offerors must submit a Firm Fixed Price quotation on company letterhead (detailing description, place of manufacture, item pricing, total price including shipping, valid for 60 days), a completed SF-1449 (blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, and priced CLIs), a Sam.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), a Capability Statement, and technical documentation demonstrating compliance with all salient characteristics.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical Approach and Price. Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. Failure to submit all requested items or demonstrate compliance will result in quote rejection.
- Discussions: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: May 13, 2026, by 2:00 PM PT.
- Quotations Due: May 18, 2026, by 9:00 AM PT.
- Delivery Date: July 30, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Elizabeth Calhoun (Elizabeth.Calhoun@usda.gov).
- Submission Email: Elizabeth.Calhoun@usda.gov. Subject line must include solicitation title and number.
People
Points of Contact
Elizabeth CalhounPRIMARY
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 5, 2026