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Kingfisher Magnetic Head Particle Processor

ID: 1232SA25Q0760 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  100%
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Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial item with commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is 1232SA25Q0760 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-05. The associated NAICS Code is 334516 and the Small Business Size Standard is 1,000.

The SEA Aquatic Animal Health Research in Auburn, AL has a requirement for the purchase, installation, and training for a Kingfisher Magnetic Head Particle Processor. This is a Total Small Business Set Aside. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order.

The requirements are further detailed in the attached Statement of Work.

The DELIVERY ADDRESS is:

SEA Aquatic Animal Health Research
990 Wire Road
Auburn, AL 36832

DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award, Offerors shall respond by:

1) Transmittal Summary Letter. A summary cover letter to the submission should provide at a minimum the following (i) Identification of the Point of Contact, current phone number, and email address. (ii) UEI Number, CAGE Code, Tax Identification Number (ii) A list of the submission package contents.
2) Providing a quote on company letterhead addressing all of the requirements of the RFQ, clearly note per item pricing in accordance with Brand Name specifications if required (attached), shipping/handling/delivery costs, and be valid for at least 90 days after receipt of quote.
3) Verification that the product is made in the United States.
4) Have an Active SAM.gov registration and complete the Representations in FAR 52.204-54; the Representation and Certification section should also be completed electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.

Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Government Point of Entry (sam.gov).

FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 (and any addenda to those clauses) are included in the attached clauses and provisions document. Additionally, other contract requirements and terms/conditions can be located in the same document.

The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 considering three major areas: technical acceptance, past performance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) to determine which quote represents the best as a whole. The Government has the discretion to accept other than the lowest priced quote that provides additional benefits.

All sources wishing to quote shall furnish a quotation by the time and date noted in the General Information, Date Offers Due field above. Quotations are to be sent via email to James Porter at james.porter@usda.gov with the RFQ number in the subject line.

Failure to provide the required information in the requested format may result in quotes not being considered for award.Attached Provisions/Clauses including the Buy American Act apply to this RFQ and any subsequent award.

Background
The SEA Aquatic Animal Health Research in Auburn, AL is seeking to enhance its capabilities in high throughput DNA/RNA extractions for pathogens affecting aquatic species.

The goal of this contract is to procure a Kingfisher Magnetic Head Particle Processor, which will support mission-critical research for the American aquaculture industry. This procurement is part of a Total Small Business Set Aside initiative, and the Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order.

Work Details
The contract requires the purchase, installation, and training for a Kingfisher™ Flex 96 DW Head and Heating Block processor. The specifications for the equipment include:
1. Instrument size: Benchtop
2. Throughput level: Medium to high
3. Processing volume by plate format: PCR plate (20–100 μL), skirted (or similar skirted PCR plate), 20–200 μL: 96-well plate, 50–1,000 μL: 96 deep-well plate, 200–5,000 μL: 24 deep-well plate
4. Samples per run: 24 or 96
5. Software included: BindIt
6. Customizable protocols: Yes, with BindIt software
7. Heating/cooling ranges: From 5ºC above ambient temperature to 115ºC
8. Standalone use: Yes
9. Size: 68 x 60 x 38 cm; 26.77 x 23.6 x 14.96 in (W x D x H)
10. Weight: 28 kg; 62 lbs.

Place of Performance
SEA Aquatic Animal Health Research, 990 Wire Road, Auburn, AL 36832

Overview

Response Deadline
Sept. 12, 2025, 5:00 p.m. EDT Due in 8 Days
Posted
Sept. 2, 2025, 8:43 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Auburn, AL 36832 United States
Source

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 9/2/25 Agricultural Research Service issued Synopsis Solicitation 1232SA25Q0760 for Kingfisher Magnetic Head Particle Processor due 9/12/25. 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
James Porter   Profile
Phone
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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
Sept. 2, 2025
Last Updated By
james.porter@ars.usda.gov
Archive Date
Sept. 27, 2025