Laboratory Microwave Tissue Sample Processing System Immunolabeling

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will be not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-06; 12 July 2021.

This acquisition is brand name or equal and full and open competition.  The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334516 Analytical Laboratory Manufacturing with a size standard of 1,000 employees.

The U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) located in Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD has a requirement for Brand Name or Equal for Pelco BioWave Pro + Laboratory Microwave Tissue Sample Processing System and the Pelco BioWave Pro + Laboratory Microwave Tissue Sample Processing System Immunolabeling in situ Application Kit, based on the Minimum Essential Criteria (MEC) in the RFQ.

The acquisition is full and open competition using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) selection procedures.  Reference attached RFQ for detailed information on the requirement, how to respond, and evaluation criteria.

The Government reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, and to award no contract at all, depending on the quality of the quote(s) submitted and the availability of funds.

Questions in response to the RFQ are due no later than, Tuesday, 10 August 2021 at 1000 AM ET.  NOTE: All questions must be sent via email: kimberly.s.hannan.civ@mail.mil  only one (1) set of questions will be accepted from each vendor. No phones calls will be accepted.

The RFQ closes on Thursday 19 August 2021 at 10:00 AM. ET. NOTE: all submission must be sent via email:  kimberly.s.hannan.civ@mail.mil        

This RFQ as well as any amendments will be used electronically in accordance with FAR 4.502 and FAR 5.102.  As a result, hard copies will not be provided.

The Offeror shall agree to honor proposed prices for 60 calendar days from the due date for receipt of quotes.