Reagents Compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for reagents compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA) to be used by the USDA – ARS – Responsive Agricultural Food System Research Unit. The reagents are required for quantitative analysis of protein biomarkers in plasma and serum samples from clinical studies, specifically for measuring protein levels using the Target 96 assay.

• Reagents compatible with Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA).

• Specific items required are Olink® 96.96 IFC for Protein Expression (95007), Olink® Target 96 Inflammation (95302), Olink® Target 96 Cardiometabolic (95360), and Olink® Target 96 Mouse Exploratory (95380).

• Products must be new, from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM-approved source.

• Offerors must provide documentation to confirm the product offered is the exact item requested.

• Alternate, substitute, or "equal" products will not be considered.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed-price requirements contract.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Delivery is required 60 days after award; early deliveries are accepted.

• F.O.B. destination for all deliverables.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Quotations must be submitted electronically via email to jessica.pacheco@usda.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on Price (fair and reasonable) and Technical Acceptability.

• Technical Acceptability will be evaluated on an "acceptable" or "unacceptable" basis.

• Past Performance will also be evaluated.

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

• Evaluation Method: Lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Capability first. If not acceptable, the process continues in order of lowest priced offer.

• Offerors are not required to meet a qualification requirement to be eligible for award.

• Various clauses related to small business concerns, HUBZone, and other set-asides are listed but not explicitly checked as applicable in the provided pages.

• Questions are due no later than April 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time.

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, contractor employee rights, combating trafficking in persons, small business subcontracting, and DEI compliance.

• Attachment 2 contains Specifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for reagents compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA) to be used by the USDA – ARS – Responsive Agricultural Food System Research Unit. The reagents are required for quantitative analysis of protein biomarkers in plasma and serum samples from clinical studies, utilizing the Target 96 assay for high-throughput, multiplex protein biomarker analysis.

• Reagents compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA).

• Specific items required are brand name "Olink® 96.96 IFC for Protein Expression", "Olink® Target 96 Inflammation", "Olink® Target 96 Cardiometabolic", and "Olink® Target 96 Mouse Exploratory".

• Products must be new, from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM-approved source.

• Offerors must provide documentation to confirm the product is the exact item requested.

• Alternate, substitute, or "equal" products will not be considered.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price requirements contract.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Submission Deadline for Questions: April 17, 2026, 4:00 PM Central Time.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Evaluation Criteria:

  • Price: To be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness (FAR 12.204).
  • Technical Acceptability: Must be "acceptable" or "unacceptable" based on providing the exact brand name, make, and model specified, with supporting documentation. Products must be new and meet delivery requirements.
  • Past Performance: Will be evaluated using a rating system of Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.

• Award Basis: Best value to the Government, determined by evaluating the lowest priced offer for Technical Capability first. If not acceptable, the process continues in order of lowest priced offer until a technically acceptable offer with acceptable or neutral past performance is identified.

• Submission Method: Electronic copy via email to jessica.pacheco@usda.gov in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

• No specific qualification requirements for offerors or products.

• Various FAR and AGAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to small business concerns, Buy American, and DEI compliance.

• Delivery is required within 60 days after award; early deliveries are accepted.

• Shipping instructions are provided for the Responsive Agricultural Food System Research Unit in College Station, TX.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• The document includes numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions that bidders must adhere to.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, serving as the sole solicitation for this requirement. It is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for reagents compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA). The acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• The USDA – ARS – Responsive Agricultural Food System Research Unit requires reagents compatible with the Olink Proximity Extension Assay (PEA).

• These reagents are needed for the quantitative analysis of protein levels in plasma and serum samples from clinical studies, specifically using the Target 96 assay.

• The technology involved is Olink's Proximity Extension Assay (PEA) for high-throughput, multiplex protein biomarker analysis.

• Attachment 2 provides detailed specifications.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price requirements contract.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Submission Deadline: Questions are due by March 16, 2026, 4:00 PM Central Time. Offers are due by March 16, 2026, 4:00 PM Central Time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Price and Technical Acceptability.

  • Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness (FAR 12.204).
  • Technical Acceptability: Must be the exact brand name, make, and model specified (Olink® 96.96 IFC for Protein Expression, Olink® Target 96 Inflammation, Olink® Target 96 Cardiometabolic, Olink® Target 96 Mouse Exploratory). Offers for "equal" products will not be considered.
  • Past Performance: May be evaluated using CPARS and other sources.

• Evaluation Method: Lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Capability first. If not acceptable, the process continues in order of lowest priced offer.

• Offer Acceptance: Offers must be held firm for 90 calendar days.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• NAICS Code: 334516, Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees.

• Attachment 1 contains Solicitation Terms and Conditions, applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions by reference.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to jessica.pacheco@usda.gov.

• SAM.gov registration is required.

• Delivery is required within 60 days after award. Early deliveries are accepted.

• Shipping Address: Responsive Agricultural Food System Research Unit, TAMU 2250 US, 498 Olsen Blvd., College Station, TX 77843.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document specifies the reagents and Integrated Fluidic Chips (IFCs) required for proteomic analysis using the Olink Signature Q100 system. It details the specifications for these supplies, which are necessary for ongoing studies involving quantitative analysis of protein biomarkers in clinical samples.

• Olink Target 96 Reagents and IFCs: Lists specific products including inflammation, cardiometabolic, protein expression, and mouse exploratory reagent kits, along with required quantities.
• Minimum Requirements for Target 96 Reagents:
  • Compatibility with Olink Signature Q100 system and PEA assay.
  • Ability to produce quantitative protein expression in NPX units for 92 analytes from 88 samples.
  • Validation by Olink and design for the Signature Q100 instrument.
  • Analyzable using the OlinkAnalyze package.
• Minimum Requirements for Integrated Fluidic Chip (IFC):
  • Olink-branded IFC for 96.96 format proteomic analysis.
  • Validation for the Target 96 Olink assay and design for the Olink Signature Q100 system.
• Place of Delivery: Responsive Agricultural Food Systems Research Unit, College Station, TX.
• Delivery Schedule: 60 days from order.
• Delivery Point of Contact: Kartik Shankar (979-218-9287, Kartik.shankar@usda.gov).
• Shipping: Supplies to be shipped via appropriate methods, such as overnight courier.

This document outlines the specific technical requirements and quantities for Olink reagents and IFCs. Bidders must ensure they can supply products that meet these exact specifications, as the Olink System reagents are not interchangeable and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) products are required for accurate equipment operation. The document also provides delivery and contact information crucial for fulfilling the order.