Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0162 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a hyperspectral camera.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing The small business size standard is 1000 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Statement of Requirement
Hyperspectral Imaging Camera, Resonon Pika L, or comparable, with the following configuration:
- Pika L Hyperspectral Imaging Camera (400-1000 nm), PN: 01-10201
- Objective Lens VNIR - 23 mm, PN: 04-40205
- Benchtop Reflectance-Transmission System Kit with Halogen Line light, PN: 02-20101
Includes:
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- Linear Scanning Stage with Tower
- Stabilized Halogen Line Light
- Backlight Housing
- Spectronon Data Acquisition Software
- Calibration Tile
Delivery Information
F.o.b. destination, is requested as the F.O.B. point for all deliverables.
All offers will be considered F.O.B. Destination unless F.O.B. origin is specified AND estimated shipping costs are included.
The USDA requires delivery of all items within 30 days of award. Early deliveries will be accepted.
Shipping Instructions:
Items shall be shipped to the following address:
USDA, ARS, CGAHR
1515 College Ave,
Manhattan, KS 66502
Award Type
It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price contract will be awarded as a result of this synopsis/solicitation.
The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.
Evaluation and Basis for Award
The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.
The Government will conduct a comparative evaluation of quotes to select the Contractor that is best suited to fulfill the requirement. The evaluation factors are: Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a quote that represents a superior technical solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.
Submission Requirements:
To be considered, provide a quote on company letterhead including:
- Vendor Details: SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Descriptive material and a "meets/does not meet" statement for the minimum specifications.
- Pricing: Unit price and total price (inclusive of all shipping/delivery costs).
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days.
Offerors shall identify where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, February 12, 2026. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time.
QUOTES DUE BY: February 16, 2026, 2:00 P.M. ET.
