Supply of OEM-Approved PM Kits and Replacement Parts

The contract specifies the supply and delivery of OEM-approved preventive maintenance kits and replacement parts for BD FACSMelody and FACStation instruments throughout the service period. All materials must meet original equipment manufacturer standards to ensure compatibility, performance, and reliability of the instrumentation. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to respond. The North American Industry Classification System code 423490 applies, categorizing the scope under miscellaneous nondurable goods merchant wholesalers. The place of performance is designated as 19038, indicating the primary delivery location for these components. Responses are due by May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with the solicitation publicly posted on April 30, 2026. The contracting entity is the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, Advanced Food Measurements and Processing Division. Although point of contact details are not provided in the data, the full solicitation can be accessed via the SAM.gov portal. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to OEM specifications and timely delivery to support uninterrupted instrument operation, with all submissions restricted to qualified small business entities as defined under FAR 19.5.