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 Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of a Resonon Pika L Hyperspectral Imaging Camera, or a comparable equivalent. This requirement supports laboratory operations at the Center for Grain and Animal Health Research (CGAHR) in Manhattan, KS. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a required delivery within 30 days of award. Quotes are due February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a complete hyperspectral imaging system with the following minimum components and specifications:
- Camera: Resonon Pika L (400-1000 nm) or equivalent with 281 spectral channels and 900 spatial pixels/line.
- Optics: Objective Lens VNIR - 23 mm.
- System Base: Benchtop Reflectance System including a linear scanning stage with tower, calibration tile, and Spectronon Data Acquisition Software.
- Lighting: Six-fixture halogen flood light system.
- Performance: Turnkey solution compatible with Windows; must support reflectance and transmission configurations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination to Manhattan, KS, within 30 days of award.
- Questions Due: February 12, 2026, by 1:00 PM ET.
- Quotes Due: February 16, 2026, by 2:00 PM ET.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror providing the Best Value to the Government. Evaluation factors include:
- Technical Capability: Based on a "meets/does not meet" assessment of functional and performance specifications.
- Price: Total price inclusive of all shipping and delivery costs. The Government reserves the right to select a superior technical solution even if it is not the lowest priced.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit quotes on company letterhead including the SAM.gov UEI, technical documentation with a "meets/does not meet" statement, unit and total pricing, and estimated lead time. Quotes must remain valid for at least 60 days.