One (1) Microfluidics droplet generator and merger

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Subpart 12.6. The U.S. Army Research Laboratory is procuring one (1) Microfluidics droplet generator and merger.

• CLIN 0001: Onyx (Part Number: MHN-ONYX1), Quantity: 1, Unit: Each

• CLIN 0002: Light Exposure Device (Part Number: MHT-LAS1), Quantity: 1, Unit: Each

• CLIN 0003: Droplet Generation Device (Part Number: MCN-G36), Quantity: 2, Unit: Each

• CLIN 0004: Demo reagent kit (Part Number: MKT-G58Q), Quantity: 2, Unit: Each

• Delivery is required by May 13, 2026.

• Delivery and Acceptance Location: U.S. Army Research Laboratory, 2800 Powder Mill Road, Building #102, Adelphi, MD 20783.

• FOB Point: DESTINATION.

• Contract financing is not available for this acquisition.

• Proposals are due by April 08, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Offers should be submitted via email to the Primary Point of Contact listed in SAM.gov.

• The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies.

• The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies.

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing).

• Small Business Size Standard: 1000 Employees.

• Set-Aside Code: N/A.

• The government is soliciting and negotiating with only one source, Atrandi Biosciences, Inc., under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). However, all proposals received by the closing date will be considered.

• This solicitation is current through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01, effective March 13, 2026.

• Additional contract terms and conditions are detailed in the "Adelphi Special Instructions and Information_W911QX26QA051" and "Provisions and Clauses Full-Text Attachment_W911QX26QA051" documents attached to this solicitation.

• Primary Point of Contact for information: Stephen Oliver at stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides special instructions and information related to a proposed contract action. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Atrandi Biosciences, Inc., under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but all proposals received by the closing date will be considered.

• The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) type.

• Government inspection and acceptance will be performed at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL).

• Specific DFARS commercial provisions and clauses are included by reference, with several marked as selected (e.g., 252.203-7000, 252.203-7002, 252.203-7005, 252.204-7017, 252.204-7018, 252.204-7022, 252.204-7024, 252.211-7003, 252.223-7008, 252.225-7000, 252.225-7001, 252.225-7055, 252.225-7056, 252.225-7060, 252.232-7006, 252.232-7010, 252.244-7000, 252.246-7008, 252.247-7023).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Offerors taking exceptions or setting conditions must include them in a cover letter.

• No award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; proposals for less than full quantities will be considered nonresponsive.

• Payment terms of less than net thirty (30) days are unacceptable.

• The solicitation is intended for a single source (Atrandi Biosciences, Inc.), but all proposals will be considered.

• ACC - APG Points of Contact: Stephen Oliver (Contract Specialist) and Ariel Amey (Contracting Officer).

• Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) to be determined at award.

• Receiving room hours at Adelphi Laboratory Center: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

• Foreign nationals performing under contract may be approved access by local Foreign Disclosure Officers, provided they have appropriate work authorization documentation. Offerors expecting to employ foreign nationals must submit documentary evidence of employment eligibility.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, titled "Provisions and Clauses Full-Text Attachment," contains the complete text of various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation (W911QX26QA051). It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the full legal and regulatory requirements associated with the opportunity.

• Incorporated by Reference: The document lists numerous clauses and provisions, each with a clause number, title, alteration/deviation number, year/month, and section.
• Full Text: For some key provisions, such as 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation), the full text is provided, including definitions, prohibitions, procedures, and representation requirements.
• Deviations: Several clauses are noted as having deviations (e.g., 252.204-7013, 52.204-13, 52.204-7), indicating modifications to standard FAR/DFARS text.
• Specific Requirements: The document details requirements related to:
  • Representations and certifications (e.g., small business status, Buy American Act, covered defense telecommunications).
  • Payment instructions (e.g., Wide Area WorkFlow - WAWF).
  • Item unique identification and valuation.
  • Buy American and Balance of Payments Program.
  • Trade Agreements.
  • Tax exemptions.

Bidders must review this document to understand all applicable contractual terms, conditions, and requirements. Key areas to focus on include:

• Representations and Certifications: Ensure accurate completion and submission of all required representations and certifications, particularly those related to small business status, Buy American Act compliance, and telecommunications equipment.
• Payment Procedures: Familiarize yourself with the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for submitting payment requests and receiving reports.
• Item Identification: Understand the requirements for unique item identification and valuation, especially for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all prohibitions and restrictions outlined in the clauses, such as those related to covered defense telecommunications equipment and services, and business operations with certain foreign regimes.