QUANTSTUDIO 3 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
Overview
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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. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotations for BRAND NAME QUANTSTUDIO 3 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT via a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed Price contract. The equipment is required for qPCR assays for environmental DNA and RNA analysis, specifically needing ROX passive dye normalization and simultaneous analysis with three different temperature profiles. Quotations are due by June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for one (1) Applied Biosystems by Thermofisher QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR System. The instrument must meet specific technical specifications, including dye compatibility (FAM/SYBR Green, VIC/JOE/HEX/TET, ABY/NED/TAMRA/Cy3, JUN, ROX/Texas Red), multiplex capability up to 4 targets, sensitivity to detect down to 1 copy of target nucleic acid, specific footprint dimensions (27 x 50 x 40 cm), 96-well 0.2 mL block capacity, maximum ramp rate of 6.5°C/second, and temperature uniformity of 0.4°C. Other features include an interactive touch screen, MIQE compliant exports, single and multiple plate analysis, stand-alone operation, melt-curve capability, heated cover, and a CMOS imager. The justification for this brand-name item is its unique capability for simultaneous analysis with three different temperature profiles and ROX passive dye normalization, critical for USGS's assay development.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price purchase order
- Delivery: By July 31, 2026, FOB Destination to La Crosse, WI
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 Employees)
- Published Date: May 24, 2026
- Questions Deadline: June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
- Quotation Submission Deadline: June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Technical acceptability requires offerors to provide technical brochures or specifications, complete configuration including quantity, part numbers, and descriptions per line item. These documents must demonstrate that the proposed equipment meets or exceeds all minimum characteristics. The government will review quotes starting with the lowest price. Offerors must quote authentic, manufacturer certified/warranted products in original, intact manufacturer's packaging; "Gray Market," counterfeit, refurbished, or resale items will not be considered.
Submission Instructions
All quotes must be submitted via email to beth_wilson@ios.doi.gov. Submissions must include a statement confirming acceptance of the solicitation's terms and conditions, or listing exceptions with rationale. Failure to submit required technical information may result in non-responsiveness. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete entity-level representations and certifications.