Flow Cytometer

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the evaluation criteria for a supply contract using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. It replaces the standard FAR 52.212-2 provision with an evaluation based on FAR 12.203.

Not explicitly detailed in this document, as it focuses solely on evaluation methodology.

• Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

• Pricing for the base period is critical; failure to propose pricing for all base line items may result in disqualification.

• Evaluation Method: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Process: Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Acceptability. If the lowest priced offer is not technically acceptable or has unacceptable past performance, the next lowest priced offer will be evaluated, and so on, until an offer is found that is lowest priced, technically acceptable, and has acceptable or neutral past performance.

• Price Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness per FAR 12.204. Quantity price discounts and prompt payment discounts should be included.

• Past Performance Evaluation: The Government will use provided references, USDA past contracts, CPARS, and other Federal Government sources. Ratings include Acceptable, Neutral (no past performance record), and Unacceptable (documented history of failing to meet requirements).

Not specified in this document.

• This document details the evaluation criteria and does not contain the full solicitation requirements or scope of work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specifications for a flow cytometer required for DNA content, ploidy, and genome size analyses in horticultural crops.

• Instrument Type: Bench-top model with integrated components.
• Compatibility: Must be compatible with the fluorescent dye propidium iodide (PI).
• Software: Associated software (Excel, PowerPoint) must be installed on a compatible Windows-OS PC for data and graph exportation.
• Performance: High sensitivity for low signal detection, high reproducibility, and consistent results over time for different users.
• Maintenance: Easy maintenance is required.

This document details critical technical specifications for the flow cytometer. Bidders must ensure their proposed instruments meet all listed requirements to be considered compliant with the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and set aside for small business concerns. The government intends to make one award.

• The specific requirements are detailed in the attached "Specifications" document.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, including FAR 52.225-3 (Buy American–Free Trade Agreements–Israeli Trade Act) and FAR 52.225-5 (Trade Agreements).

• Award Type: Anticipated award type is not specified in the provided text.

• Delivery Information: F.O.B. Destination is requested, unless F.O.B. origin is specified with estimated shipping costs.

• Submission Deadline: Offers are due by March 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.

• Questions Deadline: Questions are due by March 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, and should be emailed to lynn.hults@usda.gov.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203. The provision at FAR 52.212-2 is not applicable.

• Pricing: Contractors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns.

• The document lists numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions that are applicable, including detailed requirements for delivery, packaging, labeling, and compliance (e.g., Anti-Discrimination and DEI Compliance, U.S. Origin Products, FDA Food Facility Registration).

• Offerors are cautioned regarding past performance and timely delivery as per AGAR 452.209-70.