Agilent Seahorse XF HS Mini Metabolic Analyzer
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA), specifically DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY HCD WEST, is soliciting quotes for one Agilent Seahorse XF HS Mini Metabolic Analyzer (Model S7852A). This equipment is required to support clinical research and diagnostics at Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), and it is not a set-aside. Quotes are due by June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific. The award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement, delivery, installation, and operational readiness of a new (not refurbished) Agilent Seahorse XF HS Mini Metabolic Analyzer (Model S7852A) and its associated operational software. Key technical specifications include:
- Simultaneous measurement of Oxygen Consumption Rate (OCR), pH, and proton efflux rate (PER) of live cells in an 8-well format.
- Tight error margin down to 7 pmol/min OCR.
- Optimal cell seeding number between 1.0 x 10^3 and 1.0 x 10^4 cells/well for adherent cells.
- Operation within a room temperature range of 39F to 86F.
- Embedded Windows 10 controller and miniplates with a minimum microchamber volume of 0.71 µL.
- Universal power supply (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz).
- Strictly brand new equipment in original OEM packaging.
- On-site installation by an OEM-certified field service engineer.
- A minimum twelve (12) month comprehensive OEM warranty, starting upon successful installation.
- The Contractor must be an Authorized Agilent Reseller.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Delivery and installation must be completed on or before September 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Not a Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1000 employees.
- Quotes Due: June 12, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific.
- Published Date: June 5, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically as a single PDF file to Ms. Denise Bond (denise.d.bond.civ@health.mil) and Mr. Cha-on Gordon (cha-on.p.gordon2.civ@health.mil). Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is technically acceptable and represents the lowest price (LPTA). Evaluation factors include Technical Capability (Exact Make and Model, Authorized Reseller Status & Warrant) and Price. Substitutions, "or equal" items, or refurbished equipment will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
No vendor-provided training is required. Shipping terms are FOB Destination to Madigan Army Medical Center, 9040 Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98431.