eDNA Autosampler Equipment
ID: W9132T25Q0003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2R2 CONST ENGRG LABCHAMPAIGN, IL, 61822-1072, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f7e060fab8ee476a8f2b6c0d6ef78049/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army's W2R2 Construction Engineering Laboratory, is seeking to procure eDNA Autosampler Equipment to establish a molecular laboratory for genetic testing and analyses. The procurement includes two eDNA Autosamplers and 400 custom eDNA Self-Preserving filter packs, which must be portable, weather-resistant, and capable of automatically collecting and filtering multiple samples without extensive user training. This specialized equipment is crucial for aquatic environmental monitoring, as it allows for efficient and contamination-free sampling of environmental DNA in freshwater systems. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Olivia Farr at CERL-CT-Quotes@usace.army.mil, although this opportunity is not a request for competitive quotations and is intended for a sole source award to Smith-Root Inc. Responses are due by the specified deadline, and telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

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    Olivia Farr
    CERL-CT-Quotes@usace.army.mil
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