Supply of Ammonia Analyzers (Commercial Off-The-Shelf Instrumentation)

The contract involves the procurement and delivery of 24 commercial ammonia analyzers designed to meet specific technical specifications, ensuring accurate and reliable performance for intended applications. All units must be properly packaged and labeled in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, with delivery terms set as FOB Destination to Beltsville, MD, meaning the supplier assumes responsibility for transportation costs and risks until the goods reach the specified delivery location. The instruments are classified as commercial off-the-shelf equipment, indicating they are pre-existing, non-customized products available through standard commercial channels. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 334516, which pertains to the manufacturing of instruments and related equipment for measuring and testing. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026, and the place of performance is listed as Starkville, MS, 39759, though the final destination for delivery is Beltsville, MD. The contracting agency is the USDA ARS AFM APD, part of the Department of Agriculture, and the procurement is not subject to any specific set-aside provisions. All equipment must comply with the defined technical criteria to satisfy performance and compliance obligations, and suppliers are expected to manage logistics, documentation, and delivery timelines to meet the destination requirements without delay.