SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Lease of Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector
- Notice Date
- 4/13/2011
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Pacific West Area, Area Office, 800 Buchanan Street, Albany, California, 94710-1105, United States
- ZIP Code
- 94710-1105
- Solicitation Number
- ag-95cv-s-11-0007
- Archive Date
- 5/14/2011
- Point of Contact
- Frederick O. Gifford, Phone: 510-559-6017
- E-Mail Address
-
fred.gifford@ars.usda.gov
(fred.gifford@ars.usda.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The solicitation number AG-95cv-s-11-0007 and a statement that the solicitation is issued as request for quotation (RFQ). (iii) A statement that the solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-30. (iv) No set-aside and the associated NAICS code 334516 and business size standard 500. (v The government anticipates a firm fixed price contract for 1. First year (12) months Lease Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, On-Site training with service plan. With trade in of AB Sciex API2000 MS/MS. Fiscal year 2011 funds available upon award 2. Option year one (12) months Lease Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, service plan Fiscal year 2012 funds subject to the availability of funds 52.223-18 3. Option year two (12) months Lease Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, service plan Fiscal year 2013 funds subject to the availability of funds 52.223-18 4. Option year three Lease (12) months Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, service plan, lease. Fiscal year 2014 funds subject to the availability of funds 52.223-18 5. Option year four Lease (12) months Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, service plan. Fiscal year 2015 funds subject to the availability of funds 52.223-18 6. Option purchase all of the equipment under lease for $1.00 to be exercised 30days before the end of option year four line item 5. Fiscal year 2015 funds subject to the availability of funds 52.223-18 (vi) Description of requirements for the items to be acquired. Requirement for a five year lease to own Lease Liquid Chromatograph, Triple Quadrapole Mass Sensitive Detector, Gas Generator, Operating Software, On-Site training, installation with service plan. The above is to be funded each year if funds become available subject to FAR Part 52.223.18. In the event we are unable to exercise an option the equipment will be made available to the leasing firm for removal at the expense of leasing firm. At the end of option year four line item 6 the Gov. reserves the right to purchase all of the equipment for $1.00. In the event the Gov. does not wish to purchase for $1.00 or is unable to exercise an option the equipment he leasing firm will be responsible for removal of the instrument at the leasing firm's expense. 1. Liquid Chromatograph a. Size: benchtop-approximately 28" wide, 30" tall and 60" long. b. Shall be computer controlled for automated operation. The analyzer shall be programmable for continuous and unattended operation c. Software control of instrument capable of automating both data acquisition and data processing d. Software tools to assist in compliance with EPA's Good Laboratory Practices or FDA 21CFR Part 11 e. Software which integrates with MS/MS f. Column warming "oven" or thermostatted column compartment g. Automated sampling/injecting with the ability to sample from at least 25 vials. h. At least a binary pump i. Solvent degassing capabilities 2. MS/MS a. Triple quadrapole mass selection b. Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization (APCI) and Electrospray (ESI) sample introduction or a single sample introduction probe which does both. c. Direct syringe injection valve port to include a syringe pump d. Signal to noise ratio of greater than 500:1 e. Sensitivity of ~500 femtograms of reserpine with signal to noise > 250:1 f. Mass range of 5-1000 minimum g. Capable of monitoring multiple mass transitions simultaneously h. Software capable of interacting with LC i. A gas generator capable of supplying all required gasses for the operation of the instrument 3. Service a. Includes instrument setup and performance verification. The vender will provide up front installation requirements to location following contract award b. Service at least 4 years from time of delivery c. To include regular preventative maintenance d. To include the replacement of defective parts e. To include travel and on-site charges for technician (vii) Delivery 60 days ARO Place of performance USDA ARS PWA OFFICE 5230 Konnowac Pass Rd Wapato, WA 98951 FOB DESSTINATION viii) The FAR provision, 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial, applies to this acquisition. (ix) Offers will be evaluated on 1. price, 2. Technical 3. past performance references Address all factors in your response to this solicitation. Award will go to offeror providing best value to the Government. (x) Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items, with its offer, or indicate that your firm is current in www.bpn.gov. (xi) The FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (xii) The FAR clause, 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The applicable far clauses cited in the clause are: 52.203-6 Alt I, 52.217-7, 52.219-6, 52.219-8, 52.219-14, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.223-18, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.222-39, 52.225-13, 52.232-33, 52.222-43, 52.222-43. (xiii) Provide evidence of insurance with your quote AGAR 452.228.71. (xiv) Quotes are due no later than 29 April 2011 at 5pm PST at the USDA, Agricultural Research Service, ATTN :Fred Gifford USDA ARS PWA OFFICE 800 Buchanan Street; Albany, CA 94710, or to fred.gifford@ars.usda.gov or by fax to (510)559-6023. Verify receipt of fax by calling or e-mailing. (xv) Contact Fred Gifford (510)559-6017, or fred.gifford@ars.usda.gov for information regarding this solicitation.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: USDA ARS PWA OFFICE, 5230 Konnowac Pass Road, WAPATO, Washington, 98951, United States
- Zip Code: 98951
- Zip Code: 98951
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