Supply of 2-Liter Autoclavable Glass Bioreactor Vessels

The contract requires the manufacture and delivery of twelve 2-liter autoclavable glass bioreactor vessels designed to be fully compatible with Sartorius Biostat-B systems, intended for use in bioenergy research conducted by the USDA-ARS facility in Peoria, Illinois. These vessels must meet rigorous standards for sterilization and operational integration within existing laboratory infrastructure, ensuring seamless compatibility and reliable performance in high-precision biological experiments. The project supports critical agricultural and energy research efforts under the agency's mission to advance sustainable biofuel technologies. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 334516, which classifies it within the laboratory apparatus and equipment manufacturing sector. Performance of all work is to be completed and delivered to the designated site in Peoria with ZIP code 61604, though no specific place of performance beyond that is outlined. The contract was posted on May 8, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract without any stated set-aside provisions or small business preferences, indicating it is open to any qualified vendor capable of fulfilling the technical and logistical requirements.