Horizontal 400 L Sterilizers

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection is seeking quotations for the procurement of four horizontal 400-liter capacity sterilizers through Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 70B03C26Q00000058. These sterilizers must meet specific technical requirements outlined in the USDA APHIS Regulated Garbage Program Manual, including the capability to heat regulated garbage to 212°F and maintain that temperature for 30 minutes, possess built-in automatic time and chamber temperature data logging capabilities, and connect to existing water and electricity supplies. Award will be made on a best value basis using three evaluation factors: ability to meet specifications with equipment reliability and warranties, past performance and delivery times, and price/cost. Quotations must be submitted by February 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to Shelly A. Julien at shelly.a.julien@cbp.dhs.gov, and must include completed SF Form 18, pricing information, delivery dates, capability statements, Tax Identification Numbers, and SAM Unique Entity Identifiers.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is full and open to all qualified vendors. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order with a performance period from February 24, 2026, through May 30, 2026, and equipment delivery must be completed by April 1, 2026. Three sterilizers will be delivered to the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit, Michigan (380 S. Campbell Street), while one unit will be delivered to the Port of Port Huron Bluewater Bridge in Port Huron, Michigan (2321 Pine Grove Avenue), with all units initially delivered to CBP's Detroit office at 2810 West Fort Street. The selected vendor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and capable of submitting invoices electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform. Compliance with federal regulations regarding security, sustainable products, delinquent taxes, Iran sanctions, Sudan restrictions, and covered telecommunications equipment is required for all submissions.