Flexible Film Materials Testing System - Brand Name Instron Model 68TM-5 or Equal

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, through its office in Beltsville, Maryland, is seeking quotations for a Flexible Film Materials Testing System designated as the Instron Model 68TM-5 or an equivalent alternative under solicitation number 1232SA26Q1128. This request is issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12, meaning no separate written solicitation will be provided, and all responsible vendors are invited to submit competitive quotations. The acquisition is unrestricted and not set aside for small businesses, with the North American Industry Classification System code 334516 applying and the small business size standard set at 1,000 employees. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 17, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time, following the posting date of August 5, 2026. The equipment is required for performance at a location in Manhattan, Kansas, with a zip code of 66502. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Shane Pope, reachable via email at shane.pope@usda.gov or by phone at 970-851-3735. The solicitation is publicly accessible through the SAM.gov portal, and bidders are expected to provide responsive, compliant, and competitive quotes that meet the specified technical requirements for the testing system. No additional documentation beyond the RFQ will be furnished, and all information necessary for submission is contained within this single notice.