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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial goods and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included i... This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial goods and 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 12405B25Q0104 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-04. The NAICS code is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The USDA, ARS, in Raleigh, NC has a new requirement for an annual service contract for an SPT Labtech Mosquito High Volume (MHV) pipettor and an SPT Labtech dragonfly discovery 6-head dispenser. This will be a base plus 4 option year contract. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition. 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.(Sep 2023); 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.(May 2024)(DEVIATION FEB 2025); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.(Nov 2023)(DEVIATION FEB 2025); 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.(Jan 2025)(DEVIATION FEB 2025); Please ensure all email correspondence includes the solicitation number in the subject line. Emails without the RFQ number in the subject line may not be seen, read, and /or reviewed and therefore disqualified from consideration. The government anticipates the award of a firm fixed priced contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote meets or exceeds the specifications listed and that that will be the most advantageous to the government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2. The Government may perform a comparative evaluation (comparing offers to each other) to select the vendor that is best suited and provides the best value, considering the evaluation factors in this solicitation. Evaluation factors are price and technical capability of vendor to meet or exceed the requirements listed below for servicing SPT Labtech equipment. ITEMS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award, vendor shall provide a quote on company letterhead, to include: Vendor’s SAM.gov UEI number Technical capabilities – Your quote should detail how you will meet or exceed the requirements listed below. Describe how your technicians are certified to work on SPT Labtech equipment, to include installing software updates without voiding any manufacturer warranties. List any discounts offered (replacement parts, labor charges, call outs, etc.) Total cost, to include all option years. Valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote. Vendor shall identity where the quoted item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein. Estimated Periods of performance: Base Year: 8/1/25 – 7/31/26 Option Year 1: 8/1/26 – 7/31/27 Option Year 2: 8/1/27 – 7/31/28 Option Year 3: 8/1/28 – 7/31/29 Option Year 4: 8/1/29 – 7/31/30 REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance will be cause to reject the quote without further discussions. All responsible sources may submit a quote and will be considered. PAYMENT: Any award made under this solicitation is subject to 31 CFR Part 208 which requires all payments made by the government to be made by electronic funds transfer. Vendors intending to conduct business with the Federal Government MUST register with the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting quotation. You may register online at www.sam.gov. Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Internet site: http://www.SAM.gov. QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, July 21st, 2025. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time. QUOTES REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov , NO LATER THAN 5:00 p. m. ET, July 23rd, 2025. Place of Performance: USDA-ARS 840 Oval Drive Raleigh, NC, 27606 Primary Point of Contact: Richard Hawthorne Contract Specialist richard.hawthorne@usda.gov.

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Sources Sought Notification 12405B25Q0104 This is a Sources Sought Announcement issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for informational and planning purposes only. This is NOT a... Sources Sought Notification 12405B25Q0104 This is a Sources Sought Announcement issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for informational and planning purposes only. This is NOT a solicitation, nor is it an announcement for a forthcoming solicitation. Submission of any information in response to this notification is purely voluntary. The Government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred in providing a response. The USDA has a requirement for an annual service contract for an SPT Labtech MHV Mosquito pipettor and an SPT Labtech Dragonfly discovery 6-head dispenser in accordance with the attached SOW. The NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Equipment Manufacturing. Responses to this notification will help to determine the acquisition strategy for any future solicitation. Submission Instructions: Interested vendors are invited to submit a response to this sources sought notification by 1 p.m. CT, on Friday, 04/11/2025, to the attention of Richard Hawthorne, Contract Specialist, richard.hawthorne@usda.gov. All questions are asked to be submitted in writing to the Primary Point of Contact and will be addressed accordingly. Responses should be no more than 10 pages and include the following information: 1.Organization Name; 2.Contact Name, e-mail address and phone number; 3.Organizations SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI) number; 4.Business size status for the applicable NAICS code; 5.A statement of interest in any forthcoming acquisition. 6.A statement of capability to perform details of the requirement, to include: 1.Certified service technicians able to service instruments without voidingmanufacturer’s warranties. 2.List of recent Government contracts for the same, or very similar, services. Interested vendors are instructed to provide only the data requested. No proprietary classified confidential or sensitive information should be included in your response. The Government reserves the right to use any nonproprietary technical information in any resultant solicitation(s). Any additional information will not be reviewed by the USDA. Statement of Work The United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Plant Science Research Unit, Raleigh, North Carolina requires an annual service contract for an SPT Labtech MHV mosquito pipettor and an SPT Labtech dragonfly discovery 6-head dispenser. These instruments are used for preparing next generation sequencing libraries in conjunction with the Plant Science Research Unit’s investigation into the complex genetic traits of plants. Requirements: The service contract should include: 1. An annual preventative maintenance visit for MHV mosquito including: • visual inspection of the instrument to check for any damage or obvious signs of wear • full calibration and alignment check, re-calibration and alignment if necessary to maintain reproducibility • sensors test: ensure all are in perfect working order • check tape indexing is smooth, and tip feed is consistent • apply lubrication and perform thorough check of mechanical set-up • comprehensive check and backup of instrument settings • verification of drop placement on users labware • functionality test of safely interlocks • instrument tuned back to factory set up standards • software updates if required 2. An annual preventative maintenance visit for dragonfly discovery including: • carry out visual inspection of Equipment • full calibration and alignment check, re-calibration and alignment if necessary • check all sensors • check syringe interlock circuitry • lubrication and mechanical • check solenoid firing performance • check software is of current release • check and backup instrument settings. 3. Unlimited remote access support; 4. Unlimited email support; 5. Minimum 15% discount off list price for replacement parts; 6. Minimum 15% discounted call out and labor charges for service visits; 7. Service visit response times of 3 days or less.