Purchase Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 1232SA25Q0763
- Agency
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Agricultural Research Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Place of performance
- Tifton, Georgia 31793, United States
- Points of contact
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- James Porter james.porter@usda.gov (936) 245-3695
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service is seeking to procure ultra-low temperature freezers for the SEA Crop Genetics and Breeding Research unit in Tifton, Georgia. The initial requirement is for one upright ultra-low temperature freezer with an option to increase the quantity to five total units that must maintain temperatures between 50 to -80°C, hold at least 400 standard freezer boxes, and operate on 115V 60Hz power with dimensions not exceeding 39 inches wide by 90 inches tall by 36 inches deep. These freezers will support agricultural and environmental research activities including germplasm development and breeding programs for warm-season grasses, corn, peanut, pearl millet, and sorghum. The government will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology with two primary factors: Technical Capability assessed on a pass/fail basis and Price. Quotations must be submitted by September 12, 2025, at 1600 CT, with the period of performance running from September 19, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and delivery required by June 30, 2026.
This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 334516 with a size standard of 1,000 employees, restricting competition to qualified small businesses. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are mentioned in the solicitation documents. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to the responsible quoter offering the lowest-priced technically acceptable solution. The procurement involves an initial quantity of one freezer with options for up to four additional units, totaling five freezers maximum, all requiring verification that the products are manufactured in the United States. Performance will occur at the SEA Crop Genetics and Breeding Research facility located at 2316 Rainwater Road, Tifton, Georgia 31793, where the freezers will serve critical sample preservation functions and provide backup storage capabilities during power outages.
Notice text
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial item with commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in 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 not be issued. The solicitation number is 1232SA25Q0763 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-05. The associated NAICS Code is 334516 and the Small Business Size Standard is 1,000.
The SEA Crop Genetics and Breeding Research in Tifton, GA has a requirement for five ultra-low temperature freezers. This is a Total Small Business Set Aside. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order.
The requirements are further detailed in the attached Specifications.
The DELIVERY ADDRESS is:
SEA Crop Genetic and Breeding Research
2316 Rainwater Rd.
Tifton, GA 31793
DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award, Offerors shall respond by:
1) Transmittal Summary Letter. A summary cover letter to the submission should provide at a minimum the following (i) Identification of the Point of Contact, current phone number, and email address. (ii) UEI Number, CAGE Code, Tax Identification Number (ii) A list of the submission package contents.
2) Providing a quote on company letterhead addressing all of the requirements of the RFQ, clearly note per item pricing in accordance with Brand Name specifications if required (attached), shipping/handling/delivery costs, and be valid for at least 90 days after receipt of quote.
3) Verification that the product is made in the United States.
4) Have an Active SAM.gov registration and complete the Representations in FAR 52.204-54; the Representation and Certification section should also be completed electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.
Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Government Point of Entry (sam.gov).
FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 (and any addenda to those clauses) are included in the attached clauses and provisions document. Additionally, other contract requirements and terms/conditions can be located in the same document.
The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 considering three major areas: technical acceptance, past performance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) to determine which quote represents the best as a whole. The Government has the discretion to accept other than the lowest priced quote that provides additional benefits.
All sources wishing to quote shall furnish a quotation by the time and date noted in the General Information, Date Offers Due field above. Quotations are to be sent via email to James Porter at james.porter@usda.gov with the RFQ number in the subject line.
Failure to provide the required information in the requested format may result in quotes not being considered for award.Attached Provisions/Clauses including the Buy American Act apply to this RFQ and any subsequent award.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFQ_1232SA25Q0763.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf |
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