Soil Moisture Retention Curve System (Brand Name LAB023V1 or Equal)

Project ID: 1232SA26Q0267 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	Agricultural Research Service
Deadline	04/01/26
Posted	03/16/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC	6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
Location	Madison, WI 53705 United States

Description

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Summary

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. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0267 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Soil Moisture Retention Curve System (Brand Name LAB023V1 or Equal). Device with all supporting associative parts list according to specifications document. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Statement of Requirement

Soil Moisture Retention Curve System (Brand Name LAB023V1 or Equal) with all associative parts as listed out in attachment 1 specifications document. All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Soilmoisture. Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail which traces each step from an OEM or distributor to its current location. The contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.246-15. COC must be submitted in the format specified in the clause. Offerors must be able to provide necessary certification including traceability to the manufacturer, manufacturer's COC, and its own certificate of conformance. Prospective vendors who are not the OEM or an authorized distributor must provide traceability for the offered product back to the manufacturer or authorized distributor. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these items are invited to submit offers in accordance with the requirements stipulated in this solicitation. Alternate Parts will be authorized if they are an approved alternate part that satisfies all form, fit, and function requirements of the original parts and conform to the approved configuration. All parts shall be NEW approved parts.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The United States Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) is issuing this solicitation for a Soil Moisture Retention Curve System to support the Soil Thermal Project. The goal is to acquire a system that can measure soil moisture and thermal properties, which are essential for understanding thermal heat flow, manure breakdown, and soil moisture availability for forage crops. This information is critical for integrating into soil/crop models to estimate the impacts of soil moisture on crop production. Work Details The contract requires the delivery of a Soil Moisture Retention Curve System (Brand Name LAB023V1 or Equal) along with all associated parts as specified in the attachment. The equipment must include: - 1600F1 Extractor (PV5 Pressure Vessel) - PV15 Pressure Vessel, 15 bar (1500F2 Extractor Plus 1080G1 Hinge) - 0700G3F1 Manifold, 5 bar (SB5 Pressure Stabilizer) - 0700G2 Manifold, 15 bar (SB15 Pressure Stabilizer) - 0675B01M3 Ceramic Plate, 1 bar (EP1H Extraction Plate) - 0675B03M1 Ceramic Plate, 3 bar (EP3 Extraction Plate) - 0675B05M1 Ceramic Plate, 5 bar (EP5 Extraction Plate) - 0675B15M1 Ceramic Plate, 15 bar (EP15 Extraction Plate) - 1093F2 soil sample retaining rings, per dozen - 0500F1G3 Air Compressor, 110 Volt (PM20-1 Air Compressor). All items must be new and have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Soilmoisture. A Certificate of Conformance (COC) must be provided. Place of Performance Items shall be shipped to USDA-ARS at 1925 Linden Dr., Madison, WI 53705.

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