RFQ For BSE Sample Collection IDIQ
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services (VS), in cooperation with FSIS and FDA, is soliciting quotes for a Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) Sample Collection. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the collection of brain stem samples from targeted cattle populations across the United States. Quotes are due March 24, 2026, at 5 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will support the ongoing BSE Surveillance program by:
- Collecting brain stem samples from cattle 12 months or older, specifically clinical suspects, disabled, and fallen stock.
- Identifying, documenting, packaging, and shipping samples to designated laboratories.
- Electronically entering submission and surveillance data into the Veterinary Services Laboratory Submissions (VSLS) system.
- Providing all necessary personnel, labor, supervision, supplies, and equipment.
- Complying with Federal, State, and local laws regarding animal handling, carcass storage, and disposal.
- Maintaining an effective quality control and inspection system.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Anticipated 5 Ordering Periods
- Minimum Order: $1,000.00
- Maximum Cumulative Value: $6,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 561990 (Small Business Size Standard: $16.0 Million)
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: March 24, 2026, 5 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to Mario.Garcia2@usda.gov, including the solicitation name and number in the subject line.
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the quote receipt date.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness, Technical Acceptability will be rated as "acceptable" or "unacceptable," and Past Performance will also be considered.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ). Refer to "Attachment 1 – IDIQ RFQ Body Solicitation Terms and Conditions" for full clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. "Attachment 2 – Pricing Schedule" provides pricing information, and "Attachment 3 – VS Guidance 7800.1 Procedures for Sample Collection" details the program's operational procedures and requirements.