USDA-ARS-MWA, Contracting Office, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604

66 -- MITSUBISHI AUTOSAMPLER SOL 5114-9-3108 DUE 020599 POC Lori J. Houghton, Contract Specialist, 309-681-6616 The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Midwest Area, Dairy Forage Research Center, Madison, WI has the requirement for a Mitsubishi ASC-II Autosampler for a Mitsubishi TN-05 Nitrogen Analyzer. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation No. 5114-9-3108 is being issued as a Request for Quotation. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-10. The solicitation is solicited under full and open competition. All interested businesses may submit a quotation. Standard Industrial Classification Code 3826 with a corresponding size standard of 500 employees applies to qualify as a small business. The Mitsubishi Model ASC-II Autosampler allowsup to 50 vials to be loaded for unattended analysis. It has a compact footprint (18" x 16") and includes the sample tray, injector assembly, and carriage. It also incorporates the electronics necessary to enter sample identities and designate a sampling protocol, and to transfer this information to the TN-05 analyzer. Any "equal" equipment to the Mitsubishi ASC-II autosampler must meet the following salient characteristics in order to be considered for award: The Autosampler must be able to communicate fully with the TN-05 analyzer to allow unattended, automated analysis of up to 50 samples. The Autosampler must be able to program access to sample vials, including replicate injections, as well as needle rinses and injection rate. The Autosampler must be able to load aqueous samples of 1-200 ul and inject them into a Mitsubishi TN-05 nitrogen analyzer. The Autosampler must be able to operate on 240 volts AC. The Autosampler must have a minimum of one year warranty on both parts and labor. Interested offerors should submit a price for Contract Line Item No. 0001 Autosampler, Mitsubishi Model ASC-II or equal, 1 each, Destination pricing. Delivery of the equipment shall be within 10 weeks after receipt of the purchase order and shall be delivered to: USDA-ARS-MWA, Dairy Forage Research Center, 1925 Linden Drive West, Madison WI 53706. Price will include everything identified above. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items apply to this acquisition. The clauses may be viewed at http://www.arnet.gov/far/ Quotations will be evaluated on price and past performance. Offerors must submit at least four references to include name, address, telephone number, and point of contact with their offer. Offerors must submit the completed FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items with their offer. Offers must include a commercial warranty for equipment (at least one year parts and labor). Offer must include a 30 calendar day acceptance period. Offers are to be received Not Later than the Close of Business, February 5, 1999 at USDA-ARS-MWA, Contracting Office, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604. Fax quotations are acceptable. FAX No. (309) 681-6680. The POC for this acquisition is Lori J. Houghton, (309) 681-6616. Posted 01/19/99 (W-SN289150). (0019)

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