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Chromatography System

ID: 1232SA26Q0589 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  100%
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Description -

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

See Attachment 1 SF-1449 for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

In order to be considered for award OFFERORS SHALL SUBMIT ALL OF THE FOLLOWING :

  1. Submit Firm Fixed Price quotation (quote on company letterhead) detailing description, PLACE OF MANUFACTURE, item pricing, total price including all pricing including, but not limited to DOB destination shipping , and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote.
  2. Submit attached SF-1449 with blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, and individual Contract Line Items priced in full.
  3. Submit Sam.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI) with quotation. Submit Capability Statement and technical documentation showing technical capability to meet or exceed ALL salient characteristics in the Specifications.

REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance or to submit ALL items requested in solicitation will be cause to reject the quote without further discussions.

DISCUSSIONS: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct discussions should it be deemed in the Government's best interest.

Quotes are due on 5/18/2026 at 9:00 AM PT by email to Elizabeth Calhoun at Elizabeth.Calhoun@usda.gov. You must include the solicitation title name and number as the subject line of the email.

Questions-All questions must go to Elizabeth Calhoun, whom may be reached at Elizabeth.Calhoun@usda.gov for specific questions regarding this combined solicitation. You must include the solicitation name AND number as the subject line of the email. Questions by interested parties regarding the requirement must be submitted by 5/13/2026 by 2:00 PM PT.

Background
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking to procure a Preparative Scale High Pressure Chromatography System as part of its mission to support agricultural research and development.

This solicitation is set aside for small business concerns, with the goal of ensuring that small businesses can compete for government contracts. The acquisition aims to enhance the USDA's capabilities in chromatography, which is essential for various agricultural applications.

Work Details
The contract involves the delivery of one Preparative Scale High Pressure Chromatography System. The system must meet all specifications outlined in the solicitation, including compliance with salient characteristics.

The vendor must provide a firm fixed price quotation detailing item pricing, place of manufacture, and total price including shipping costs. All parts must be new and approved, and alternate parts may be authorized if they satisfy all form, fit, and function requirements. The delivery is required within 90 days after award.

Period of Performance
Delivery is required within 90 days after award.

Place of Performance
Items shall be shipped to USDA/ARS, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria IL 61604, United States.
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Overview

Agency
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) [USDA]
Response Deadline
May 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EDT Due in 0 Days
Posted
May 5, 2026, 1:20 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
NAICS
334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC
6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
Place of Performance
Peoria, IL 61604 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
1000 Employees
Pricing
Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Signs of Shaping
81% of obligations for similar contracts within the Agricultural Research Service were awarded full & open.
On 5/5/26 Agricultural Research Service issued Synopsis Solicitation 1232SA26Q0589 for Chromatography System due 5/18/26. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 334516 (SBA Size Standard 1000 Employees) and PSC 6640.
Primary Contact
Name
Elizabeth Calhoun   Profile
Email
elizabeth.calhoun@usda.gov
Phone
None

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE > USDA ARS AFM APD
FPDS Organization Code
12H2-1232SA
Source Organization Code
500022476
Last Updated
May 5, 2026
Last Updated By
elizabeth.wilson2@usda.gov
Archive Date
June 2, 2026