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Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations

Solicitation number1232SA26Q1289

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · USDA ARS AFM APD

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Response deadlineSep 8, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
Deadline status5 days remaining
PostedAug 27, 2026
Record refreshedSep 2, 2026
Place of performanceMadison, WI, 53726, United States

Opportunity summary

Source-cited

The USDA ARS MWA Cereal Crops Research Unit requires a Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis. Quotations are due by September 8, 2026, and questions must be submitted by September 2, 2026. [3]

Key points

  • Evaluation is based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. [2]
  • Pricing must be provided as requested in the Schedule of Items. [1]

Watch items

  • Questions must be submitted by September 2, 2026. [3]
  • Response deadline for quotations is September 8, 2026. [3]

Sources

  1. C04c_Issued+Solicitation_1232SA26Q1289.pdfPrice: The quoter shall provide pricing as requested in the Schedule of Items located on page 1 of this request for quote.
  2. C04c_Issued+Solicitation_1232SA26Q1289.pdfEvaluation Method: The Government will evaluate quotations based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria.
  3. Official SAM.gov noticePlace of performance: Madison, WI, 53726, USA

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Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis 1232SA26Q1289 Page 8 of 16 (11) Requires the Government to accept supplier security requirements, network access requirements, monitoring, penetration testing, or other technical or security measures. (12) Permits the supplier to suspend, degrade, or terminate access to products or services based on alleged non‑payment, alleged breach, automated security triggers. (13) Limits the Government’s right to use, install, access, test, evaluate, or transfer the licensed product or service in any manner consistent with the contract and Federal law. (14) Requires the Government to store, process, maintain, or transmit data in a particular geographic location, or permits the supplier to transfer Government data outside the United States, except as expressly authorized by applicable Federal law. (15) Authorizes the supplier to use the Government’s name, seal, trademark, logo, or any reference to the Government as an end user or customer for marketing, publicity, promotional activities, press releases, or similar purposes. (16) Incorporates by reference, or requires the Government to accept, terms or conditions imposed by any third party, subcontractor, or upstream service provider, unless such terms are expressly incorporated into the contract by bilateral modification. (17) Limits, conditions, or negates the contractor’s performance obligations, service levels, or remedies through a supplier‑provided service level agreement (SLA). (18) Uses Government data, usage data, metadata, prompts, content, or interactions to train, fine‑tune, improve, or derive any artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated decision‑making model. (19) Subjects the Government to automated decision‑making, automated risk scoring, automated content moderation, or any algorithmic process that may affect access, performance, or rights under the contract. (20) Utilizes artificial intelligence or algorithmic tools that produce decisions, recommendations, or outputs affecting contract performance without providing transparency, explainability, auditability, and bias‑mitigation consistent with applicable Federal law and policy. (21) Profiles, tracks, or analyzes Government user behavior, preferences, communications, or interactions for personalization, marketing, or algorithmic optimization purposes. (e) Non-binding Actions.

Scope

Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis 1232SA26Q1289 Page 5 of 16 ☐ Alternate III (Nov 2025) of 52.225-3. ☐ Alternate IV (Oct 2022) of 52.225-3 ☐ 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) ☐ 52.225-19 Contractor Personnel in a Designated Operational Area or Supporting a Diplomatic or Consular Mission outside the United States (May 2020) ☐ 52.225-26 Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Oct 2016) ☐ 52.226-4 Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007) ☐ 52.226-5 Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Aug 2025) ☐ 52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements ☐ 52.232-29 Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) ☐ 52.232-30 Installment Payments for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) ☒ 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management (Oct 2018) ☐ 52.232-34 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management (Jul 2013) ☐ 52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984) ☐ 52.237-3 Continuity of Services (Jan 1991) ☐ 52.240-92 Security Requirements (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.240-93 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (No 2025) ☐ 52.247-64 Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Apr 2023) of 52.247-64. ☐ Alternate II (Nov 2021) of 52.247-64 Other Applicable Clauses 52.247-34 F.O.B.

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The USDA, ARS MWA Cereal Crops Research Unit in Madison Wisconsin, requires a Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis. See the attached solicittaion and attachment 1 - specifications for details. QUOTATIONS Quotes are due on 09/08/2026 at 12:00 PM CST by email to Katelyn Nelson at Katelyn.nelson@usda.gov. You must include the solicitation Title Name and Number as the subject line of the email. QUESTIONS All questions must go to Katelyn Nelson, whom may be reached at Katelyn.Nelson@usda.gov for specific questions regarding this combined solicitation. You must include the solicitation name AND number as the subject line of the email. Questions by interested parties regarding the requirement must be submitted by 09/02/2026 by 12:00 PM CST.

What changed

Aug 27, 2026 · 4 fields changed
Notice typeSources SoughtSolicitation
Response deadline2026-08-26T14:00:00+00:002026-09-08T17:00:00+00:00
Archive date2026-09-102026-09-23
DescriptionNear-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis. This near-infrared (NIR) spectrophotometer analyzes the chemical and physical properties of a material by shining near-infrared light (780 nm to 2500 nm) onto a sample and measuring how much light is absorbed or reflected. See attached specifications document for additional details.The USDA, ARS MWA Cereal Crops Research Unit in Madison Wisconsin, requires a Near-infrared Spectrophotometer with calibrations for oat quality analysis. See the attached solicittaion and attachment 1 - specifications for details. QUOTATIONS Quotes are due on 09/08/2026 at 12:00 PM CST by email to Katelyn Nelson at Katelyn.nelson@usda.gov. You must include the solicitation Title Name and Number as the subject line of the email. QUESTIONS All questions must go to Katelyn Nelson, whom may be reached at Katelyn.Nelson@usda.gov for specific questions regarding this combined solicitation. You must include the solicitation name AND number as the subject line of the email. Questions by interested parties regarding the requirement must be submitted by 09/02/2026 by 12:00 PM CST.

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