CFX OPUS 96 REAL-TIME PCR SYSTEM

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 Real-Time PCR System. The government is procuring this equipment to meet its laboratory needs.

• The primary deliverable is a Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 Real-Time PCR System, including a real-time optical reaction module.

• Offered items must meet or exceed the attached technical specifications.

• Bidders must provide sufficient documentation to demonstrate technical acceptability, including a direct comparison to salient characteristics.

• The system must be new, not refurbished or grey market, and covered by a manufacturer's warranty.

• Trade-in of existing equipment (Bio-Rad CFX96 C1000 Touch with real-time optical reaction module) is requested.

• CFX Maestro Softwarev2.3 is also required.

• The period of performance for the software is 06/01/2026 to 10/01/2026.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a "firm, fixed price quote" request.

• The estimated delivery date is 10/01/2026 or earlier.

• Quotations are due by 05/04/2026, 1500 PST.

• Questions are due by 04/27/2026, 1500 PST.

• Submissions must include a signed SF 18 form, firm information, pricing, technical submission (part/model numbers, specifications), place of manufacturing, and System for Award Management UEI.

• Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable method.

• Hardcopy quotations will not be accepted.

• This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01.

• USGS is tax-exempt.

• Attached documents include Technical Specifications (1 page) and Clauses and Provisions (6 pages).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of a new real-time PCR thermal cycler instrument for the U.S. Geological Survey Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center (PIERC). The instrument is needed to replace an aging system and will support ongoing research and laboratory operations, including detecting invasive species, performing avian disease diagnostics, and quantifying next-generation libraries. The equipment must meet USGS quality and operational standards and have DOI-level approved software.

• A real-time PCR thermal cycler instrument.

• Manufacturer warranty of 1 year.

• Software license for Bio-Rad CFX Maestro v2.3 for Windows PC.

• Delivery to USGS-PIERC, Hawaii National Park, HI, by October 1st, 2026.

• The instrument must meet or exceed the specifications of the preferred make and model (CFX Opus 96 Real-Time PCR System 96-well, 5-color plus FRET, network-connected).

• Fully compatible with PIERC's existing instruments, IT requirements, and lab workflows.

• Must comply with USGS Quality Management System (QMS) expectations.

• Must meet Section 508 requirements for Information and Communication Technology (ICT), specifically for the CFX Maestro Software v2.3.

• The contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not specified in this document.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions by reference, including:

  • 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items
  • 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items

• Evaluation criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Offerors must submit sufficient information for meaningful evaluation.

• The document references several small business program representations (e.g., 52.219-1, 52.219-4, 52.219-28) and a HUBZone small business concern notice, suggesting potential small business considerations.

• Offerors have the option to provide a trade-in for PIERC's current model (Bio-Rad CFX96 C1000 Touch).

• The document includes numerous commercial clauses and provisions, including those related to sustainable products, reporting, and payment via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).