The Department of Commerce, Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC), requires a brand-name Agilent TapeStation (model 4150) bioanalyzer to replace a non-functional unit. This instrument is essential for the Genetics and Evolution Program to support forensic casework from NOAA's Office of Law Enforcement (OLE), ensuring no lapse in processing time-sensitive cases. The Agilent 4150 TapeStation is critical for evaluating genomic DNA, RNA, and PCR amplicon quality and quantity, and is compatible with existing methodologies and reagents. Market research confirmed that only the Agilent 4150 meets specific technical requirements, including automated processing of 1-16 samples, compatibility with existing Agilent consumables, ease of use, rapid analysis (1-2 minutes per sample), and unattended operation with ScreenTape technology. The system must include a warranty and service contract, and the planned contract type is Firm-Fixed Price for one year from the award date.

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) 1333MF25Q0097 is a Small Business Set-Aside for the purchase and one-year service agreement of an Agilent 4150 TapStation Instrument, including software, vortexer, and accessories, with an option for a second year of service. The instrument is crucial for the Northwest Fisheries Science Center's Marine Forensics Laboratory. Quotes are due by September 21, 2025, 12:00 PM ED, and must be submitted electronically to raynier.camerino@noaa.gov. The evaluation will be based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer, with a firm-fixed-price purchase order. Offerors must be registered in SAM and provide a statement demonstrating technical capability and understanding of the requirements. Invoices will be submitted via IPP.gov.