Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf

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Herbarium Storage and Drying Cabinets Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
12805B24Q0385
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Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery Plains Area

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This document is a solicitation (Request for Quotation or RFQ) for the procurement of Herbarium Storage and Drying Cabinets for the USDA-ARS Pecan Breeding and Genetics Program in Somerville, TX.

The key details are:

  • Solicitation Number: 12805B24Q0385
  • NAICS Code: 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
  • Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
  • Evaluation Factors: Technical Factor 1 - Cabinet Specifications, Technical Factor 2 - Past Performance (Acceptable/Unacceptable)
  • Offer Due Date: 11 July 2024, 5:00 PM EST
  • Contracting Agency: USDA-ARS Plains Area
  • Delivery Location: Somerville, TX

The solicitation requires various sizes and quantities of herbarium storage and drying cabinets with detailed specifications provided in Attachment 1. Offerors must meet all specified requirements to be considered technically acceptable. Past performance will also be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. The Government intends to award a single firm-fixed-price contract to the most advantageous offeror.

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Specifications for Herbarium Storage and Drying Cabinets

We require the following:

• All cabinets must be powder coated to a uniform color (preferably tan)

Plant Drying Cabinet – Quantity 1

1. Solid, heavy-gauge steel, reinforced welded case construction

2. High-quality, non-off-gassing powder-coated finish

3. Exterior Dimensions 30 x 32 x 84 in (W x D x H).

4. 120V, 10A Power Source

5. 1000W Ceramic Heater with independent fan and heater function

6. Internal Temperature Heating Capacity of 80°F to 120°F

7. Integrated alarm to sound if internal temperature reaches 125°F

8. Digital thermostat on door with an easy-to-read digital display

9. Door-mounted cabinet fan controller with variable speeds, automated activation, and a shutoff

10. Five adjustable vented shelves on 1/2 in. centers

11. Locking door handle

12. Integrated leveling feet accessible within the cabinet

13. 1 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty on Heater

14. 5 Year Warranty on Cabinet Body

15. Freight delivery to the address below

Botany Museum Cabinet (Half-height, Single-width) – Quantity 2

1. Solid, heavy-gauge steel, reinforced welded case construction

2. High-quality, non-off-gassing powder-coated finish

3. Maximum Exterior Dimensions 29-5/8 in x 19-1/8 in x 42-7/16 in (W x D x H).

4. 8.9 cubic feet of storage space

5. Cabinet is designed to be safe to stack.

6. 12 Internal Compartments with dimensions of 12-1/2 in x 17-1/2 in x 5-7/8 in (W x D x H) with a rigid center divider.

7. Cabinet design provides extra space in the front and back of the compartment to allow free circulation of air and fumigants

8. Closed-cell elastomeric seal between the door and chamber

9. Lift-off, reinforced door utilizes a three point latching system to secure with an external, lockable, D-ring-shaped handle

10. External 3 in x 5 in label holder on the door

11. Integrated leveling feet accessible within the cabinet

Botany Museum Cabinet (Full-height, Single-width) – Quantity 2

2. High-quality, non-off-gassing powder-coated finish

3. Maximum Exterior Dimensions 29-5/8 in x 19-1/8 in x 84 in (W x D x H).

4. 19.3 cubic feet of storage space

5. 26 Internal Compartments with dimensions of 12-1/2 in x 17-1/2 in x 5-7/8 in (W x D x H) with a rigid center divider.

6. Pull out workshelf with dimensions of 12-3/16 in x 14 in x 3/4 in (W x D x H)

7. Cabinet design provides extra space in the front and back of the compartment to allow free circulation of air and fumigants

8. Closed-cell elastomeric seal between the door and chamber

9. Lift-off, reinforced door utilizes a three point latching system to secure with an external, lockable, D-ring-shaped handle

10. External 3 in x 5 in label holder on the door

11. Integrated leveling feet accessible within the cabinet

Botany Museum Cabinet (Full-height, Double-width) – Quantity 10

2. High-quality, non-off-gassing powder-coated finish

3. Maximum Exterior Dimensions 55 in x 19-1/8 in x 84 in (W x D x H).

4. 38.7 cubic feet of storage space

5. 52 Internal Compartments with dimensions of 12-1/2 in x 17-1/2 in x 5-7/8 in (W x D x H) with a rigid center divider.

6. Two pull out workshelves with individual dimensions of 12-3/16 in x 14 in x 3/4 in (W x D x H)

7. Cabinet design provides extra space in the front and back of the compartment to allow free circulation of air and fumigants

8. Closed-cell elastomeric seal between the door and chamber

9. Lift-off, reinforced door utilizes a three point latching system to secure with an external, lockable, D-ring-shaped handle

10. External 3 in x 5 in label holder on the door

11. Integrated leveling feet accessible within the cabinet

Accessories –

1. Magnetic Fumigant Pocket (for insect control) – Quantity 24

• Must fit inside each door and allow it to properly close without blocking specimen shelves

• Example dimensions (4.4 in x 0.8 in x 1.9 in (W x D x H)).

Delivery POC:

Warren Chatwin

979-450-4534

Delivery Address:

USDA-ARS Pecan Breeding and Genetics Program

10200 FM 50 Rd

Somerville, TX, 77879

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