The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of four microslide cabinets intended for the National Entomology Collection at the Smithsonian Institution. These cabinets are essential for the transition of the collection from Beltsville, Maryland, to the Smithsonian, ensuring proper storage and accessibility for specimens utilized by government officials and international visitors. The cabinets must meet specific technical requirements, including dimensions of 33.25 inches wide, 63 inches tall, and 15 inches deep, with a capacity for 448 trays, and contractors will be responsible for delivery and installation. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 25, 2024, with an anticipated delivery date of March 31, 2025; for further inquiries, contact Todd Bierl at todd.k.bierl@usda.gov or 612-336-3465.