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1232SA26Q1062-Combination Synopsis/Solicitation for a Cryostat Microtome USDA-ARS-MWA Ames IA

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Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1062 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service for the procurement of a Cryostat Microtome used for sectioning snap-frozen animal tissues. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement, meaning it is not set aside for small businesses, and all responsible sources are encouraged to submit quotations. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516 and is subject to Trade Agreements, requiring the completion of the Trade Agreements Certificate. The performance location for this contract is Ames, Iowa. Interested parties must submit their quotations by the response deadline of September 18, 2026. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Theodore Blume.

General Info

USDA seeks quotations for a Cryostat Microtome in Ames, Iowa by September 18, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Ames, IA, 50010, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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C04_Attachment+IV+-++Past+Performance+Questionnaire_1232SA26Q1062.doc

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C04_SF+1449_1232SA26Q1062.pdf

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C04_Attachment+II+-+Statement+of+Work_1232SA26Q1062_Redacted.pdf

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C04_Attachment+I+-+Terms+and+Conditions_1232SA26Q1062.pdf

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C04_Attachment+III+-+Contractor+RFI+FORM_1232SA26Q1062.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd
Contacts1 person available
OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd
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Office AddressBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Theodore Blume

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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. 


Requirement is Subject to Trade Agreements.


FAR Clause 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225- Trade Agreements Certificate (Feb 2021) is incorporated into this solicitation. Ensure to complete the Provision 52.225-6 Trade Agreements Certificates (Feb 2021) information.


Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1062 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for procurement of Cryostat Microtome for Sectioning Snap-Frozen Animal Tissues
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 ,000 employees  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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