Large Poultry Isolators

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specifications for large poultry isolators that the USDA-ARS, US National Poultry Research Center intends to purchase. It details the required materials, dimensions, accessibility features, ventilation, heating, feed and water supply systems, and other considerations for the isolators.

• Material: Stainless steel construction for body, doors, plumbing, and stands. Airtight gaskets and panels.
• Size: Overall dimensions not to exceed 75" wide x 33" deep x 78" high. Interior dimensions approximately 67" wide x 30" deep x 36" high.
• Mobility: Mounted on a stainless-steel rack with locking casters and adjustable hydraulic legs.
• Accessibility: Hinged outward-opening doors with access windows, internal "saloon doors," and removable trays.
• Ventilation & Heating: Integrated ceramic heaters controlled by a digital thermostat, with controllable temperature range. HEPA and pre-filters required on intake and exhaust ports.
• Feed & Water: Interchangeable broiler nipple drinkers and turkey cups. Feed bins accessible from the front.
• Durability: Materials must be resistant to corrosion from harsh cleaning chemicals (Virkon-S, paraformaldehyde, VHP, bleach, ethyl alcohol).
• Exclusions: Isolators should NOT have glovebox or access airlock.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical requirements and specifications for the poultry isolators. It dictates the design, materials, functionality, and performance standards that any proposed solution must meet. Bidders must ensure their offerings align with these detailed specifications to be considered compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for "Large Poultry Isolators." The government is procuring these items for the USDA ARS National Poultry Research facility.

• The primary deliverable is "Large Poultry Isolators."

• Detailed specifications are provided in "Attachment 1 - Specifications."

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• Delivery Date: 08/03/2026.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Offer Due Date: 06/04/2026 at 1200 MT.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email only to amber.sampson@usda.gov with the subject line "Quote for 1232SA26Q0484."

• Quote Acceptance Period: Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the specified receipt date.

• Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Acceptability, Price, and Past Performance to determine the best value to the Government. Award will be made to the highest technically rated quoter, provided their price is fair and reasonable and past performance is acceptable or neutral. Award will not necessarily be made to the lowest-priced quoter.

• Technical Acceptability Requirements: Quoters must provide their SAM UEI and manufacturer's specification sheet for the quoted item(s).

• Price: Pricing must be provided for all individual line items. Failure to do so may result in exclusion.

• Past Performance: The government will consider references, past contracts/orders with USDA, and CPARS data.

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Size Standard: 1,000).

• The document indicates various small business set-aside options, but it is not explicitly stated if this solicitation is set aside for a specific category.

• All offers will be considered F.O.B. Destination.

• Early deliveries will be accepted.

• Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) after enrollment.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses and provisions by reference, including those related to commercial items, terms and conditions, and various certifications.