Upright Freezers

Solicitation 1333ND26Q ಮುಂದNB640394 is a firm-fixed-price requirement issued by the Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for the procurement, delivery, and installation of six upright ultra-low temperature freezers. These units are critical for the storage of Standard Reference Materials and must meet stringent technical specifications, including a minimum capacity of 33 cubic feet, an operational temperature of -86 degrees Celsius, CFC-free refrigerants, and digital temperature controls with battery backup. Additional requirements include a voltage compensator, RS232 output for monitoring, a stainless-steel interior, and heavy-duty rolling casters. The contract includes an option for the government to procure up to three additional identical units within 12 months of the initial award. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, where quotations are first evaluated for technical acceptability on a pass/fail basis before the lowest price is selected. Delivery is required within 30 days of award to the NIST facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with the government retaining responsibility for inspection and acceptance upon delivery. Administrative requirements specify that invoicing must be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and sent to the designated NIST invoice email. The period of performance for option items extends through September 30, 2027.