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1232SA26Q0817 - Amendment 0001 Microcalorimeter USDA-ARS-SEA Starkville MS
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Solicitation 1232SA26Q0817 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA ARS AFM APD for the procurement of an automated multichannel isothermal microcalorimeter. The device will be used by the USDA-ARS-SEA Poultry Research Unit in Starkville, Mississippi, for research involving antimicrobial efficacy, infection models, and microbial-level testing of biofilms. Technical requirements specify a high-throughput device capable of measuring metabolic heat output from small living organisms and bacteria, featuring a 48-well plate format and the ability to maintain anoxic microenvironments for anaerobic monitoring. The acquisition is an unrestricted requirement under NAICS code 334516, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract based on best value, utilizing a comparative evaluation methodology that considers technical approach, past performance, and fair and reasonable pricing. Key deliverables must be shipped F.O.B. Destination to Starkville, MS, with a final delivery deadline of October 22, 2026. This solicitation is subject to the Buy American Act and incorporates Trade Agreements Act requirements via FAR 52.225-5 and 52.225-6. Offerors are required to provide technical evaluation documentation, a Buy American Certificate, and certifications regarding anti-discrimination and DEI compliance. All inquiries and quotations are managed by the contracting office in Beltsville, MD, with Theodore Blume serving as the primary point of contact.
General Info
Contract Value
$167,903Place of Performance
Starkville, MS, 39759, USASet-Aside
Awardee
SYMCEL, INCAward Issued Date
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
The purposed of this amendment is to incorporate TAA requirements into Attachmet I - Terms and Conditions.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0817 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a microcalorimeter per the statement of requirement.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
To procure a device (bio calorimeter) capable of measuring the metabolic output or heat from small cells (living organisms) and bacteria. This device must perform these functions with high-throughput capabilities and can maintain anoxic microenvironments for monitor metabolic output under anaerobic conditions.
This requirement is subject to 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) and 52.225-6 Trade Agreement Certificates ( Feb 2021).
FAR Clause 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225-6 (Feb 2021) is incorporated into this solicitation. Ensure to complete the Provision 52.225-2 information.
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