BENCHTOP CENTRIFUGE PURCHASE
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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 U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase of a Brand Name or Equal Fisher Scientific X4TR TX1000CC Centrifuge with Adapters. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Quotes are due by May 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM (MD).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) refrigerated, countertop centrifuge with a swinging bucket rotor and adapters. Key specifications include:
- Centrifuge: 120V power, capable of maintaining temperatures at or below 20°C (ideally 10°C). Must be compatible with fixed-angle and swinging bucket rotors.
- Rotors & Adapters: Must include a swinging bucket rotor compatible with 15mL and 50mL centrifuge tubes, achieving an RCF of at least 4000 x g. Adapters are required for 15mL, 50mL, 100mL, 250mL, 500mL, and 1000mL centrifuge tubes (four of each).
- Warranty: A Five (5) Year Limited Warranty is required.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to the Department of Interior, USGS Research Lab 6, 3125 Marine St., Boulder, CO 80303-1290. Delivery is required by June 26, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items, issued under FAR Part 12 and FAR 13.5.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Manufacturing of analytical laboratory instruments, including centrifuges, spectrometers, chromatographs, and similar lab equipment).
- Published Date: May 8, 2026.
- Quote Due Date: May 25, 2026, 12:00 PM (MD).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed electronically to Kekila_Keuma@ios.doi.gov. Mailed quotes will not be accepted.
- Quote Requirements: Quotes must include the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), prices by line item, and shipping costs.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Offerors must provide technical brochures or specifications demonstrating that the proposed equipment meets or exceeds the minimum characteristics. Authentic, manufacturer-certified/warranted products are required.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). All questions regarding this solicitation should be emailed to Kekila Keuma at Kekila_Keuma@ios.doi.gov.