MODIFICATION
66 -- Agilent BioTek LogPhase 600 Microbiology Reader LP600-SN
- Notice Date
- 6/24/2024 11:00:23 AM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- USDA ARS SEA AAO ACQ/PER PROP STONEVILLE MS 38776 USA
- ZIP Code
- 38776
- Solicitation Number
- 12405B24Q0242
- Response Due
- 6/28/2024 1:00:00 PM
- Archive Date
- 07/13/2024
- Point of Contact
- Monte Jordan
- E-Mail Address
-
monte.jordan@usda.gov
(monte.jordan@usda.gov)
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 and is being conducted in conjunction according to FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures as supplemented with additional information in this notice.� This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.� The solicitation number is 12405B24Q0242 and solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).� This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-05. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334516 � Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.� The Small Business Size Standards in number of employees is 1,000 employees.� This RFQ is issued for Full and Open Competition. The USDA, ARS, SEA, Aquatic Animal Health Research Unit (AAHRU), 990 Wire Road, Auburn, AL location has a requirement for the following. Agilent BioTek LogPhase 600 Microbiology Reader.� Must meet the following requirements. Must have four-microplate capacity to maximize microbial growth assay throughput Must have temperature control to 45�C Incubation must have variation of � 0.5�C at 37�C Temperature control must have plate-to-plate uniformity of � 0.5�C Must have proven robust orbital shaking specifically designed for continuous long-term shaking required for microbial growth assays Must read with a wavelength commonly used for microbial growth assays: 600 nm, 560 nm, 580 nm, 620 nm or 640 nm Must include an easy-to-use software to collect and provide key microbial growth data and calculated results, including lag time, maximum rate (OD/min) and time to stationary phase Must be designed and manufactured in the USA Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a quotation. Registration is free and registration can be completed online at www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM. Submission of Quotation.� Quotation referencing solicitation number 12405B24Q0242 must be submitted electronically via email to monte.jordan@usda.gov by Friday, June 28, 2024, not later than 3:00 p.m. Central Time (CT).� No late quotations will be accepted. In order to be considered for award, Offerors shall respond by submitting One (1) electronic copy as follows: Fully completed and signed SF18 Offer Form original signature and date; acknowledgment of any Solicitation Amendments (if applicable); SAM UEI Number. Price Quotation.� Pricing shall be submitted using the Schedule of Supplies/Services within the Offer Form (SF 18); A Firm Fixed-Price quotation (on company letterhead) detailing item description, unit price per item, total price and delivery costs as well as any applicable duties, brokerage, or customs fees. Items delivered FOB Destination inclusive of all costs. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which if timely received, shall be considered. Quotation must be valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quotation.� Rejection of Quotation.� Failure to demonstrate compliance will be cause to reject the quotation without further discussion.� All responsible sources may submit an offer and will be considered. 52.212-2 Evaluation � Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021). This solicitation is being issued pursuant to FAR Part 13.106 procedures. The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforms to the RFQ and specifications using Tradeoff Best Value to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) considering three major areas: technical acceptance, price, and past performance.� Quotations will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) to determine which quotation represents the best value as a whole. The Government has the discretion to accept other than the lowest priced quotation that provides additional benefits. Prospective contractors who have not completed electronic annual representations and certifications at http://www.sam.gov/ in conjunction with required registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, shall complete and submit FAR 52.212-3 Alternative 1 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items and DFARS Representations and Certifications in SAM to be eligible to receive an award for this solicitation. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor the Government Point of Entry (GPE) (sam.gov) for information relevant to this solicitation, e.g., questions and answers, amendments, etc. Any amendments and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Governmentwide Point of Entry (GPE) SAM.
- Web Link
-
SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/opp/4f90dd7ff7104f7fbadc482de098cbe1/view)
- Place of Performance
- Address: Auburn, AL 36832, USA
- Zip Code: 36832
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 36832
- Record
- SN07105183-F 20240626/240624230112 (samdaily.us)
- Source
-
SAM.gov Link to This Notice
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