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Automated Immuno Assay Platform for High-throughput Protein Detection

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1232SA26Q1092Federal

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service is soliciting quotations for an Automated Immuno Assay Platform designed for high-throughput protein detection under solicitation number 1232SA26Q1092, issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12. This acquisition is entirely set aside for small businesses, with the NAICS code 334516 and a size standard of 1,000 employees, allowing all responsible small business concerns to submit quotes. Vendors must be actively registered in SAM.gov at the time of submission and award, and all quotations must be submitted electronically via email to lynn.hults@usda.gov by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on Wednesday, August 19, 2026; no faxed or hard-copy responses will be accepted. Quotes must include detailed technical specifications demonstrating the vendor’s ability to meet the required performance standards, and submissions that merely reference the provided specifications without comparative detail will be disqualified. The place of performance is in College Station, Texas, and questions must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on Friday, August 14, 2026. Payment will be processed through the Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform.

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Small business set-aside for automated immuno assay platform in College Station, Texas, due August 19, 2026.

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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

College Station, TX, 77843, USA

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SBA

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A04_REQ+1174008+-+SPECS+-+LEO+SYSTEM+AUTO+WESTERN+BLOTTING+1232SA26Q1092.docx

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C04_1232SA26Q1092.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd
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OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Description -


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 1232SA26Q1092 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of an Automated Immuno Assay Platform for High-throughput Protein Detection.


This acquisition  is 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 a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 


Statement of Requirement


This requirement is for Automated Immuno Assay Platform for High-throughput Protein Detection in accordance with the attached Specifications.


Vendors are required to be active and registered in the System for Award Management at www.sam.gov when submitting a quote and at time of award (FAR 52.204-7(b)(1)). Payment will be made utilizing the Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform at www.ipp.gov.


SAM.gov and IPP.gov are free, official websites of the United States government.


Quotes are due no later than 4:00 pm Central Standard Time on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Quotes must be submitted electronically, e-mailed to lynn.hults@usda.gov; no faxed or hard copy quotes are allowed.


Responses must include detailed specifications that show the capability of providing the required Automated Immuno Assay Platform for High-throughput Protein Detection. Quotes that merely offer to provide the equipment as described in the specifications without comparative specification will not receive further consideration for award.


The final day for question submission is 3:00 pm Central Standard Time on Friday, August 14, 2026.

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Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument
Solicitation # 1232SA26Q1011
This solicitation, numbered 1232SA26Q1011, is a combined synopsis and Request for Quotation for the procurement of a Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument, issued under FAR Part 12 for commercial items. The acquisition is exclusively set aside for small businesses, with the North American Industry Classification System code 334516 and a size standard of 1,000 employees, meaning only concerns meeting this definition are eligible to respond. All prospective vendors must be actively registered in SAM.gov at the time of submission and award, and quotations must be submitted electronically via email to lynn.hults@usda.gov without exception—no faxed or paper copies will be accepted. Responses must include detailed technical specifications demonstrating the vendor’s ability to supply the exact instrument as required, and quotes that merely affirm compliance without comparative detail will be disqualified. Quotations are due no later than 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on Friday, August 7, 2026, with the final day to submit questions set for 3:00 p.m. CST on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The contract will be awarded based on the evaluation of technical capability and responsiveness to the specified requirements, with payment processed through the Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform. The performance location is in Raleigh, North Carolina, while the contracting office is located in Beltsville, Maryland, under the USDA Agricultural Research Service. The solicitation is open to all responsible small business sources, and the award will be made to the most qualified vendor meeting all mandatory criteria and offering the best value.
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Installation of Electric High Tensile Wire Fencing
Solicitation # 1232SA26Q0939
This solicitation, numbered 1232SA26Q0939, is a combined synopsis and Request for Quotation issued under FAR Part 12 for the installation of electric high tensile wire fencing at the Prairie du Sac Agricultural Research Station in Wisconsin. The project involves securing perimeters for dairy heifer pastures with a base bid covering Fields 1–3 and three optional scopes of work designated as CLINs 0002 through 0004. The work includes demolition and disposal of existing fencing, installation of five-strand orange perimeter fencing and three-strand pink interior fencing on wooden posts, plus heavy-duty hog wire fencing with specific gauge and mesh requirements, and the setup of electrical systems with three grounding rods. All work must comply with detailed technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work and supporting attachments, including shop drawings and quality assurance milestones requiring prior approval by the Contracting Officer's Representative. The acquisition is structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 238990 with a size standard of $19 million, and the government will award the contract using the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable methodology based on pass/fail evaluations of technical acceptability and past performance, with price as the sole determinant among qualified offerors. The contract is issued as a firm-fixed-price purchase order with a performance period of up to 180 calendar days from award, subject to a maximum 12-month completion window. Contractors must be registered in SAM with an active UEI and tax ID, submit a signed SF 24 Bid Bond, and agree to provide performance and payment bonds if required. Labor compliance mandates adherence to Construction Wage Rate Requirements, OSHA standards, and applicable federal regulations, including certification of compliance with anti-discrimination and DEI provisions. Delivery of proposals must be via email to the specified USDA address by 10:00 AM local time on August 7, 2026, and must include a transmittal letter with contact information, SAM UEI, tax ID, and a list of submitted documents. All prices must remain firm for 90 days after the submission deadline, and questions must be submitted via email to the point of contact by July 28, 2026, with explicit prohibition against AI-generated inquiries. Invoicing requires submission of an original and copy to both the Contracting Officer and COR, including all mandatory details such as contract number, description of work, and
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BioOne Complete
Solicitation # 1232SA26Q1134
The USDA Agricultural Research Service is seeking quotations for Subscription and Perpetual Access to BioOne Complete through a combined synopsis and solicitation under FAR Part 12, with solicitation number 1232SA26Q1134. This is a single-source acquisition intended for the National Agricultural Library, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. All timely responses will be considered, though the government retains full discretion over whether to proceed with competitive award based on submissions. The acquisition is structured as a total small business set-aside, with the North American Industry Classification System code 513120 for Periodical Publishers and a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Responsible small business concerns are invited to submit quotations by the deadline of August 14, 2026, at 10:00 PM EDT. The contract will be performed at the agency’s location in Beltsville, Maryland, with Kerrie Hodges identified as the primary point of contact for inquiries.
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Logistics and F.O.B. Destination Delivery CoordinationThe contract requires the arrangement of freight transportation and final delivery of a grain drill to Mandan, North Dakota, under F.O.B. destination terms, meaning the contractor assumes full responsibility for all shipping costs, logistics, and risk of loss or damage until the equipment is physically delivered to the specified location. This obligation includes managing all aspects of transit, ensuring timely arrival, and handling any contingencies during transport, with ownership and liability transferring only upon successful delivery at the destination. The work falls under NAICS code 484220, which covers special freight trucking services, and is classified as a subcontract under the USDA ARS AFM APD agency. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, indicating a narrow window for submission. The place of performance is clearly defined as Mandan, ND, with a zip code of 58554, and no alternate locations or set-asides are specified, meaning any qualified subcontractor may respond without preference. The contract does not include designated point of contact details, requiring proposers to navigate the SAM.gov portal directly for additional information or clarification. The terms place a significant operational burden on the contractor to ensure seamless execution, compliance with delivery timelines, and full accountability for the condition of the equipment throughout the transport process.
Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

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