Agilent PlateLoc Sealers
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Procurement Section, is seeking qualified offerors for a one-time, firm-fixed-price contract to purchase Agilent Technologies PlateLoc Thermo Microplate Sealers (brand name only) and associated consumables. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 procedures. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by 05:00 PM ET on March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The FBI requires the purchase and delivery of specific Agilent Technologies PlateLoc Sealer consumables:
- Agilent Technologies PlateLoc Sealer Consumables, Part Number: 16985-001: Clear peelable seals, compatible with PP plates, 2000 plates/roll, 200 linear meters. Quantity: 30 EA.
- Agilent Technologies PlateLoc Sealer Consumables, Part Number: 06644-001: Aluminum seals, pierceable, compatible with PP plates, 5000 plates/roll, 500 linear meters. Quantity: 4 EA. All deliveries must be made Freight on Board (FOB) Destination to Quantico, VA 22135. Only new products intended for sale in the USA are accepted; grey market products are prohibited.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Submission Deadline: March 16, 2026, 05:00 PM ET
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 30 days after the closing date.
- Published: March 9, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Quotes will be evaluated first on price, then technically. The award will be made to the Responsible, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable offeror. Payment terms are NET30.
Submission Requirements:
- Quotes must be submitted via email to Adelle Bolton at albolton@fbi.gov.
- Include the company's UEI number.
- If not the manufacturer, provide proof of authorized reseller status.
- Failure to include requested documentation may lead to disqualification.
Eligibility & Notes
Contractors must be registered and active in SAM.gov as a small business at the time of quotation submission. This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site for updates. No partial quotes or awards will be made. The Government reserves the right to terminate the RFQ at any time. All costs associated with responding are the sole expense of the responding party.