Magnetic Induction Cycler (MIC)
ID: 12639525Q0100Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS AAMD CONTRACTINGRIVERDALE, MD, 20737, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ca52271606324d25b58e6b69c4804fee/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 30, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking to procure a Magnetic Induction Cycler (MIC) for qualitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology for its facility in Manhattan, Kansas. This procurement aims to enhance the capabilities of the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF) in conducting critical biological research and diagnostics. The anticipated contract will be a firm fixed price purchase order, with the solicitation expected to be released on or about April 9, 2025, and the contract effective date projected for May 5, 2025. Interested vendors should monitor the designated website for updates and are encouraged to direct inquiries to Margaux Nenichka at Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Margaux Nenichka
Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov
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Apr 9, 2025, 5:09 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service for the procurement of Magnetic Induction Cyclers (MIC) to enhance laboratory capabilities at the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas. The acquisition includes specific equipment such as Mic 4-Channel systems and accessories with warranties, aiming to support quality control for animal health diagnostic testing. The RFP specifies the contract terms, performance period from May 5 to July 5, 2025, and compliance with various federal regulations and clauses regarding procurement and small business participation. Emphasis is placed on utilizing small businesses, maximizing both performance and compliance with legal mandates while ensuring high standards of accountability and ethical practices in contracting. This procurement effort illustrates the USDA's commitment to advancing animal health protection through enhanced laboratory resources.
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