Bio-Rad ChemiDoc Go Imaging System and Image Lab Touch Software (Brand Name or Equal)

The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service seeks a Bio-Rad ChemiDoc Go Imaging System and Image Lab Touch Software (brand name or equal) under solicitation 1232SA26Q0750, a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with quotations due June 19 and questions due June 15 by 12:00 PM Central Time.

Place of performance is USDA/ARS/Produce Safety & Microbiology at 800 Buchanan Street, Albany, California 94710. The procurement requires a high-resolution detector of at least 20 MP CMOS with deep cooling for chemiluminescence detection; all-LED internal illumination (UV, Blue, Amber, Green, and White); Smart Tray Technology that automatically recognizes application-specific trays and adjusts imaging parameters; an imaging area of at least 21 x 14 cm capable of imaging up to four mini-gels or blots simultaneously; an onboard multi-touch screen of 9.7 inches or larger running integrated software for image capture and analysis without requiring an external PC; and automated imaging capabilities including pre-calibrated autofocus and auto-exposure algorithms. Delivery is firm fixed-price, required within 60 days after receipt of order, F.O.B. destination unless the quoter specifies F.O.B. origin and includes shipping costs. Award is made on lowest price technically acceptable basis; only the lowest priced quotation will be evaluated for technical acceptability; if unacceptable, evaluation proceeds to the next lowest priced quotation. Quoters must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from receipt date. NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The solicitation incorporates Buy American requirements, anti-discrimination and DEI compliance certifications, and FAR and AGAR clauses by reference.