WI-whitney GL-mini 96 pipettes

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is procuring two Integra Biosciences MINI 96 Channel Portable Electronic Pipettes for the Whitney Genetics Lab located in Onalaska, Wisconsin. This specialized laboratory equipment features multiple volume range capabilities, with the 5-125μL head being mandatory, along with advanced features including a touch wheel interface, color display, ten predefined pipetting modes, and custom programming capabilities. The procurement is justified as a sole source acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold to maintain data compatibility across multiple Fish and Wildlife Service laboratories participating in an aquatic invasive species early detection and monitoring project. The government will evaluate quotes based on technical specifications, lead time, and price using a best value determination approach. Quotes must be submitted electronically to Contracting Officer Dana Arnold by August 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.

This solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside with a size standard of 1,000 employees under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. No incumbent contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. While no specific contract value is disclosed, the procurement falls under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, indicating the total value is below $250,000. The contract calls for delivery of exactly two electronic pipettes with a performance period running from August 20, 2025, through October 31, 2025, and delivery required by October 31, 2025. Performance will take place at the Fish and Wildlife Service Whitney Genetics Lab at 555 Lester Avenue, Onalaska, Wisconsin, with delivery specified as FOB Destination to that location.