Resonon Pika L Hyperspectral Imaging Camera, or comparable
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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 USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotations for a Resonon Pika L Hyperspectral Imaging Camera, or comparable system, to be delivered to Manhattan, KS. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with a firm-fixed price contract anticipated. Quotes are due by February 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a hyperspectral imaging camera system, specifically the Resonon Pika L (PN: 01-10201) or an equivalent, with a spectral range of 400-1000 nm. The system must include:
- Objective Lens VNIR - 23 mm (PN: 04-40205)
- Benchtop Reflectance-Transmission System Kit with Halogen Line light (PN: 02-20101), which comprises a Linear Scanning Stage with Tower, Stabilized Halogen Line Light, Backlight Housing, Spectronon Data Acquisition Software, and a Calibration Tile.
The system should be a lightweight, bench-top, integrated turnkey solution, supporting multiple configurations and accommodating various sample sizes. Key technical specifications include 281 spectral channels, 2.1 nm bandwidth, 2.7 nm spectral resolution, and 900 spatial pixels per line. It must feature a programmable linear translation stage and comprehensive data acquisition and analysis software on a Windows-compatible laptop.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1000 employees)
- Delivery: Within 30 days of award (early deliveries accepted), F.O.B. Destination to Manhattan, KS.
- Questions Due: February 12, 2026, 1:00 p.m. ET (via email only)
- Quotes Due: February 16, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET
- Published Date: February 10, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit a quote on company letterhead including:
- SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Descriptive material and a "meets/does not meet" statement for all minimum specifications.
- Pricing: Unit and total price, inclusive of all shipping/delivery costs.
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days.
Evaluation will be based on Price and Technical Capability, with award made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, which may not be the lowest priced. The Government intends to make one award, requiring pricing for all items to be considered responsive.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) prepared under FAR Part 12. Applicable FAR provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference and can be accessed at www.acquisition.gov. "Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions" provides further details.