Laboratory Steam Sterilizer

The Department of Energy Office of Science seeks a laboratory steam sterilizer with on-site installation and removal of the existing unit, with proposals due July 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST. This is an RFQ evaluated on lowest price, technically acceptable basis with no set-aside.

Place of performance is Lemont, Illinois. The sterilizer must feature a single-door, pass-through design with 9.7 cubic feet internal volume and interior dimensions of 21" W × 21" H × 38" D, operating at gravity/vacuum cycles of 230–275°F (110–135°C), liquid cycles of 219–275°F (104–135°C), and optional low-temperature cycle of 169–212°F (76–100°C). The unit uses facility/house steam as standard steam source, ejector for air removal, and will be installed freestanding with cabinet enclosure panels required.

Proposals must include a fully executed copy of the ANL-70 Request for Quotation form. The NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing; PSC is 6640, Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. Contractors performing on-site work must comply with ANL-366M on-site moderate-risk requirements, including comprehensive insurance coverage (General Liability $2,000,000 per occurrence; Automobile Liability $1,000,000; Worker Compensation at statutory limits), all naming UChicago Argonne, LLC, University of Chicago, and the United States Government as additional insureds. On-site work requires explicit Project Specialist/Technical Representative approval and submission of a detailed Job Safety Analysis prior to commencement. Contractors must comply with Environment, Safety and Health standards including 10 CFR 851, OSHA, EPA, DOE, and applicable state regulations, with a qualified Foreperson on-site at all times. Reps and Certs must be executed in accordance with ANL-70A, including certifications regarding covered telecommunications equipment, suspect/counterfeit parts, and applicable Buy American Act provisions for supplies of $10,000 or more.