Mettler-Toledo Electronic Microbalance - NO SUBSTITUTIONS

Closed Solicitation Posted

Solicitation number
463002
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
Total Small Business

Opportunity facts

Place of performance
Upton, New York 11973, United States

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Department of Energy Office of Science is seeking to procure a Mettler-Toledo Electronic Microbalance (Model WXTS) through a small business set-aside solicitation. The specific item being requested is a new electronic microbalance with precise measurement capabilities, including readability of 0.001 mg, an aluminum housing, and interfaces for V24/RS 232 connectivity. The solicitation requires vendors to be Certified Small Businesses and submit a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) quote that includes the requested microbalance with specific technical specifications. Quotes must be submitted by May 7, 2025, with vendors expected to provide their best available pricing and confirm their small business status. The procurement process emphasizes strict adherence to technical requirements, with the solicitation explicitly stating "NO SUBSTITUTIONS" for the specified microbalance model.

The contract is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside and will be performed at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY. The procurement involves a single unit (Quantity 1) of the microbalance, classified under NAICS category 334419 for Other Electronic Component Manufacturing. Potential vendors must comply with the attached Supplier Quality Assurance Requirements document (BNL-QA-101), which establishes comprehensive quality standards including ISO 9001 certification and detailed documentation protocols. The place of performance is specifically located at 11973 Upton, NY, indicating this is likely for a scientific research facility. While the exact award value is not specified, the procurement appears to be for a specialized piece of scientific equipment with precise measurement capabilities essential for research operations.

Notice text

Kindly quote this Small Business Set Aside “FFP” (Firm Fixed Price) requirement with a Quote in my name, Current Date and Lead Time. Please offer BSA any discounts available for your Best Price.

By providing your quote you are confirming that your company is a Certified Small Business.

Items to be quoted - NO SUBSTITUTIONS:

Qty 1                    200014001--Micbal-1. Electronic microbalance, Mettler-Toledo WXTS, new model – readability 0.001 mg with V 24/RS 232 interface. Incl. cable to connect to elementar analyzer.

Calibration                                           FACT* Internal Adjustment

Capacity                                               1.2 g, 3.2 g (fine/ full range)

Readability                                           0.001 mg, 0.01 mg (fine / full range)

Material                                                 Aluminum Housing

Min. Sample Weight                            1.4 mg (@ USP) (measured at 0.2g); 0.14 mg (@ U=1%, k=2) (measured at 0.2g)

Repeatability                                        0.0008 mg (measured at 0.2g)

Stabilization Time                                <8 sec.

Type                                                       Micro Balance

Diameter (Metric) Outer Pan               32 mm

*FACT (Fully Automatic Calibration Technology) internal adjustment is a feature in some precision balances that automatically adjusts the balance for accuracy. It uses internal weights to test for sensitivity and non-linearity, ensuring consistent results. The adjustment happens automatically when certain conditions, like temperature changes, are met.                             

QA Paragraph(S): 3.1.4 (See attached QA 101 for details)

Freight along with any Packing & Handling fees are to be included in the all-inclusive price of the item delivered to BNL. *The BNL PO will NOT have a line for freight or extra fees.

Please provide the following on your quote:

1. Origin of Manufacture and Origin of Shipment

2. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

Please also return the following along with your quote:

1. Published Price list: showing the items on your quote for price justification or a web screenshot (or link) of same/similar items with pricing and part number shown.

2. Insurance: **IF APPLICABLE** Upon award, in accordance with Article 6 of the attached “BSA Supplemental Terms and Conditions for Work by Contractors On Site at Brookhaven National Laboratory”. Prior to coming on site to perform work, the certificate must remain in effect for the duration of the subject contract and must be filed with BNL Procurement & Property Management Division.

Please Note: As Required by the Work on Site Terms – reference Article 6 - *Naming Brookhaven Science Associates and the US Government as additional insured along with all other requirements

3. System For Award Management (SAM):

In order to support DOE reporting requirements, BSA requires all its vendors/contractors to be registered in the U. S. Government supplier database entitled System For Award Management (SAM) with their Unique Entity ID number (UEI#). Registration can be performed on line at www.sam.gov. If not already registered, please register as soon as possible since failure to do so may preclude BSA from doing business with your organization. Please note that there is no charge for SAM registration. When registering, you are strongly urged to copy and paste www.sam.gov onto your browser address rather than utilizing your search engine. Utilizing your search engine may redirect you to an erroneous site. You may obtain assistance in completing your registration by contacting the Federal Help Desk at 866-606-8220 or by contacting your local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), which can be found at https://www.aptac-us.org

4. Basis of Award:

BSA will make award to the responsive and responsible offeror who submits the lowest total price and who meets all of BSA’s technical requirements, as stated herein.

5. Pricing: shall remain valid for 60 days

Quotations will be opened in private. Quotations, including their withdrawal or modification, received after the closing date shall be considered late. Such responses will only be considered for award if it is in BSA’s best interest to do so.

Any resulting purchase order will be subject to the attached Terms and Conditions.

Files

File Type Posted
QA 101 8.2024.pdf PDF
BSA_commercial_items_rev22_sep_2022.pdf PDF

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