Tensiometer
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 1232SA26Q0128
- Agency
- 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
- Peoria, Illinois 61604, United States
- Points of contact
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- Amber Sampson amber.sampson@usda.gov (970) 851-3730
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service is soliciting quotations for a complete tensiometer instrument system including hardware, software, a personal computer with monitor, installation services, calibration, training, and warranty coverage under Request for Quotation 1232SA26Q0128. The solicitation encompasses five line items: the tensiometer and accessories, installation, calibration, training, and one-year warranty, with all associated costs including shipping, transportation, and tariffs to be included in pricing. Key contract requirements mandate that the tensiometer meet specific technical specifications including force measurement capability from 0.2 mN to 1500 N at a 10 Hz measurement rate, temperature control between 25-90°C, a moving stage with 100 mm travel distance and 0.025 mm position resolution, and must operate on standard US current (AC 110V, 60Hz) without internet connectivity on Windows 11. Award evaluation will be based on lowest price technically acceptable criteria, with only the lowest priced offer initially evaluated for technical acceptability and past performance; if unacceptable, evaluation continues with successive offers. The deadline for submitting questions is January 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time to amber.sampson@usda.gov, and quotations are due February 2, 2026, with a 90-calendar-day firm pricing period required from receipt.
This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees under North American Industry Classification Standard Code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing). No incumbent or current contractor information is identified in the solicitation documents. The contract award value and budget range are not specified in the available documentation. Delivery must occur within 120 days of purchase order issuance, and the equipment will be shipped F.O.B. Destination to the USDA-ARS facility located at 1815 North University Street, Peoria, Illinois 61604. The tensiometer system must fit standard laboratory bench dimensions of 60 inches wide, 27 inches deep, and 54 inches height, with the system intended to measure surface and interfacial tension properties of liquid samples for surfactant and detergent applications using sample volumes preferably less than 1 mL and not exceeding 10 mL.
Notice text
2 versions
Update #2 · Latest ·
Amendment 1 - Includes Attachment 3 - Q&A
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0128 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tensiometer and accessories, see attachment 2 – Specifications for full details.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Update #1 ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0128 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tensiometer and accessories, see attachment 2 – Specifications for full details.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Amend 1 - 1232SA26Q0128.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - QA.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2 - Specifications.pdf |
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