OPTION - Benchtop Sequencer

The US Geological Survey (USGS), through its Office of Acquisitions and Grants, has issued a Special Notice for a Benchtop Sequencer procurement. This opportunity is being conducted via Unison Marketplace Reverse Auction and is classified under the Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing sector with NAICS code 334516. The contract opportunity is specifically related to laboratory equipment and supplies, targeting the acquisition of a benchtop sequencing instrument. The solicitation was posted on January 22, 2025, with a response deadline of February 6, 2025. The procurement is identified by Buy #1191395 and Solicitation #140G0225Q0017, indicating a structured and formal acquisition process.

The Special Notice indicates this is a combined synopsis/solicitation with specific requirements for potential contractors. The opportunity is not set aside exclusively but has a Small Business set-aside requirement, potentially giving smaller enterprises a competitive advantage. Interested sellers must submit their questions by January 28, 2025, at 11:00 ET, with the auction end date set for January 29, 2025, at 16:30 ET. Contractors interested in participating should be prepared to provide laboratory equipment specifically in the analytical instrument manufacturing category. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Don Downey from USGS, reachable at ddowney@usgs.gov or 303-236-9331. Potential vendors should carefully review the detailed requirements and ensure they can meet the technical specifications for the benchtop sequencer before submitting their proposals.