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High-Speed Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) System

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1232SA26Q1189Federal

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The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Ars Afm Apd, is requesting quotations for the procurement of one High-Speed Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) System designed for the analysis of poultry tissue. This combined synopsis and solicitation, identified by number 1232SA26Q1189, follows FAR Part 12 guidelines for commercial items. The system must meet the specific requirements and salient characteristics detailed in the provided requirements attachment. This is an unrestricted acquisition under NAICS code 334516, meaning it is not set aside for small business concerns and is open to all responsible sources. The solicitation was posted on August 12, 2026, with a response deadline of August 24, 2026. While the contracting office is located in Beltsville, Maryland, the place of performance for this equipment will be in Athens, Georgia.

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USDA seeks quotes for one High-Speed OCT System for poultry tissue analysis.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Athens, GA, 30605, USA

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Attachment+1+Terms+and+Conditions+Solicitation+1232SA26Q1189.docx

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Attachment+3+Place+of+Manufacture+Request+Solicitation+1232SA26Q1189.docx

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J_and_A+Decision+to+Restrict+Competition+Under+the+Simplified+Acquisition+Threshold+Solicitation+1232SA26Q1189_Redacted.pdf

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Attachment+2+Statement+of+Requirements+Solicitation+1232SA26Q1189.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd
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OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Office AddressBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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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. 


Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1189 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for one (1) High-Speed Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) System for Analysis of Poultry Tissue in accordance with specifications/salient characteristics as outlined in Requirements attachment.


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.

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