for Benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform (Brand Name Prospector or Equal)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, is soliciting quotations for a Benchtop Microbial Isolation and Cultivation Platform under solicitation number 1232SA26Q1142, which is designated as a combined synopsis and solicitation in accordance with FAR Part 12 for commercial items. The requirement is open to all responsible sources without restriction or set-aside for small businesses, and the North American Industry Classification System code is 334516, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The platform must be the brand-name Prospector or an equal alternative, and responses are due by August 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST, with the solicitation posted on August 10, 2026. The place of performance is in Pullman, Washington, while the contracting office is located in Beltsville, Maryland. All submissions must be submitted in response to this single announcement, as no separate written solicitation will be issued. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Shane Pope, reachable via email at shane.pope@usda.gov or by phone at 970-851-3735.