3 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction PCR Units

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued Solicitation 1232SA26Q0354 as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for three (3) Real‑Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) units, each with a minimum one‑year warranty. The requirement is for brand‑name or equal equipment that meets all salient characteristics listed in the attached specifications; offerors must provide descriptive literature (illustrations, drawings, or a web reference) that demonstrably shows compliance. Quotations must include pricing for the base period, any quantity‑price discounts, and prompt‑payment discounts, and must be submitted for all three units to be considered responsive. Delivery is FOB destination with additional shipping restrictions prohibiting transport near non‑human consumption, malodorous, or contaminating products. Evaluation will be conducted under FAR 12.203 using a best‑value approach: technical acceptability (rated acceptable or unacceptable) is assessed first, followed by a FAR 12.204 fair‑and‑reasonable price analysis and a review of past performance (acceptable or neutral). The award will be a firm‑fixed‑price contract to the technically highest‑rated offeror whose price is deemed fair and reasonable; the lowest price alone will not determine award. This unrestricted acquisition (NAICS 334516, size standard 1,000 employees) is not set aside for small businesses, and all responsible sources may submit quotations.

Notice ID

586167fcb60942b08857f70d18d48fb9

Solicitation Number

1232SA26Q0354

NAICS Code

334516

Classification Code

6640