The USDA Agricultural Research Service awarded a purchase order to Anton Paar USA, Inc. for a Farinograph-TS Brabender Sigma Mixer S300N mixing bowl and accessories on September 22, 2026, with a ceiling value of $33,884.00. The order covers one S300N mixer with 300-gram capacity, integrated PT100 temperature sensor, ODU extension cable, PT100 temperature resistance feeler, external burette, and freight on CIP terms. All components are Brabender-brand to maintain calibration integrity and compliance with international rheological testing standards (AACC/ICC/ICC/ISO) for the existing Farinograph-TS system at the USDA-ARS Sugarbeet and Potato Research facility in Fargo, North Dakota. Equipment includes a three-year warranty and OEM technical support. The order originated from a single-source solicitation posted September 10, 2026, with quotes due September 15, 2026. Ultimate completion is November 21, 2026.