Ultra Low Freezers
ID: 123A9425Q0037Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICEUSDA, FSIS, OAS PCMBBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/64fd7d0836a242c0a20efd4d008d757b/view
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    The Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is seeking quotations for the procurement of two ultralow temperature freezers to support the Eastern Laboratory's critical operations in maintaining the integrity of chemical residue samples for food safety regulation. The freezers must meet specific technical specifications, including a temperature range of -100°C to -20°C, precise temperature uniformity, and adequate storage capacity, along with warranty and service provisions. This procurement underscores the government's commitment to food safety by ensuring reliable laboratory equipment that complies with stringent regulatory standards. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by August 7, 2025, adhering to federal acquisition regulations and demonstrating technical acceptability, with inquiries directed to Eric Schnitzler at eric.schnitzler@usda.gov.

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    Eric Schnitzler
    eric.schnitzler@usda.gov
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    The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for two ultralow temperature freezers. This procurement aims to support the Eastern Laboratory's need for maintaining the integrity of chemical residue samples necessary for food safety regulation. Proposals must comply with specific technical specifications, including a temperature range of -100°C to -20°C, precise temperature uniformity, adequate storage capacity, and provisions for warranty and service. The successful quotation will also need to demonstrate compliance with federal acquisition regulations, including requirements for small business participation and technical acceptability evaluations. Responses are due by August 7, 2025, with a focus on the lowest price technically acceptable offers. Offerors must submit their proposal in prescribed formats, include essential company information, and adhere to deadlines for questions and submissions. This RFQ underscores the government's commitment to ensuring food safety by procuring reliable equipment essential for laboratory operations, illustrating compliance with stringent regulatory standards and technical specifications.
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