UV Dual Lamp System for Xenon RC-800 Modular UV Curing System
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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. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for a UV Dual Lamp System for a Xenon RC-800 Modular UV Curing System. This acquisition is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ), set aside for small business concerns, to procure equipment essential for treating foodborne pathogens on food production lines at their facility in Byron, GA. Quotations are due by February 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a UV Dual Lamp System compatible with the Xenon RC-800 Modular UV Curing System. The system must provide integrated pulsed UV light for treating foodborne pathogens. Key specifications include:
- Versatile two-lamp system for various machine configurations.
- Two U-shaped lamps, 12 inches in length.
- Pulse energy of 13-15 joules/pulse.
- Adjustable pulse frequency from 3-100 pulses/second.
- Capability to run two lamps from one controller.
- Adjustable timer for pulse frequency and treatment time.
- High voltage power supply for 24 V.
- Technical support for installation and operation.
- Must meet or be equivalent to Xenon RC-802 dual-lamp system specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Anticipated Award: Single contract
- Delivery: Required within 60 days from the date of award.
- F.O.B. Point: F.O.B. Destination is requested.
- Shipping Address: U.S. Department of Agriculture/Agriculture Research Service, SEA Fruit and Nut Research, 21 Dunbar Road, Byron, GA 31008.
- Offer Acceptance Period: Offers must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the receipt date.
- Questions Deadline: Wednesday, February 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (Note: This date precedes the opportunity's publication date and overall response date; bidders should confirm with the contracting officer if questions are still accepted).
- Quotation Due: February 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM UTC.
- Published Date: February 9, 2026.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on:
- Price: Fair and reasonable.
- Technical Acceptability: Meeting or exceeding the specified requirements on a brand name or equal basis. Contractors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Analytical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees.
- Place of Performance: Byron, GA, United States.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. Key FAR and AGAR clauses are listed in "Attachment 1". The USDA Ombudsman Program is available for agency protests.