DNA Extraction of Pig Fecal Samples
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 12305B23Q0158
- Agency
-
Northeast Area
Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery, Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541380 Testing Laboratories and Services
- Place of performance
- Beltsville, Maryland 20705, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a contractor to perform metagenomic sequencing on 672 pig fecal samples. The contractor will be responsible for preparing and sequencing the DNA samples, quantifying the DNA using the Qubit system, processing the samples into sequencing libraries using SeqWell kits, and sequencing them on the Illumina Nova X sequencer. The raw sequence data will then be delivered to ARS-ABBL researchers. The quotes for this project are due on 8/25/2023.
- Metagenomic sequencing of 672 pig fecal samples.
- DNA quantification using the Qubit system.
- Processing of samples into sequencing libraries using SeqWell kits.
- Sequencing of samples on the Illumina Nova X sequencer.
- Delivery of raw sequence data to ARS-ABBL researchers.
Notice text
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items/services prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, utilizing FAR part 13 procedures, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
(ii) The solicitation number is 12305B23Q0158 and this combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).
(iii) A statement that the solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2023-01.
(iv) See attached document (Statement of Work).
(v) USDA ARS requires a contractor to provide DNA Extraction of Pig Fecal Samples per Statement of Work attached.
(vi) Place of delivery and acceptance: 10300 Baltimore Ave., Bldg. 307, Beltsville, MD 20705 and FOB destination.
(vii) Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition.
(viii) Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services is applies to this acquisition. Evaluation will be based on best value.
Best Value will be evaluated based on the following factors:
- Price
- Technical
- Past Performance
In order to be considered for award OFFERORS SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
(a) Submit Firm Fixed Price quotation (Quote on company letterhead) detailing the description, total price and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote.
(b) Submit UEI# with quotation.
( c) Submit information for non-cost factors to include technical capability, and submit at least two past performance references. See Attachment- Past Performance
REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance will be cause to reject the quote without further discussions.
DISCUSSIONS: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct discussions should it be deemed in the Government's best interest.
(ix) Offers must have a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, uploaded on sam.gov by the time quotes are due.
(x) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.
(xi) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Additional clauses included as attachment:
Contract Terms and Conditions
(xii) Quoted prices must include all applicable costs including shipping costs.
(xii) Quotes are due on 8/25/2023 at 9:00 AM PDT by email to Elizabeth Wilson at elizabeth.wilson2@usda.gov.
(xiv) Elizabeth Wilson may be reached at elizabeth.wilson2@usda.gov for specific questions regarding this combined solicitation. Questions by interested parties regarding the requirement must be submitted by 8/17/2023 by 9:00 AM PDT.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Past Performance.docx | DOCX document | |
| Questions and Answers for SAM.docx | DOCX document | |
| Statement of Work.docx | DOCX document | |
| Wage Determination.pdf | ||
| Contract Terms and Conditions.docx | DOCX document |
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