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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF MAY 06, 2022 SAM #7462
SOLICITATION NOTICE

66 -- Aqueous Soluble Phosphorus Detection System

Notice Date

5/4/2022 1:43:09 PM
 

Notice Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 

NAICS

334516 — Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

USDA ARS MWA AAO ACQ/PER PROP PEORIA IL 61604 USA
 

ZIP Code

61604
 

Solicitation Number

12505B22Q0073
 

Response Due

5/16/2022 3:00:00 PM
 

Archive Date

05/31/2022
 

Point of Contact

Aaron Dimeo
 

E-Mail Address

aaron.dimeo@usda.gov
(aaron.dimeo@usda.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
 

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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12505B22Q0073 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06. This solicitation is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees and the PSC is 6630. The Department of Agriculture (ARS) has the need for the following products: 001) Aqueous Soluble Phosphorus Detection System Scope of Work: � The USDA-ARS Cropping Systems and Water Quality Research Unit (CSWQRU) in Columbia, MO is requesting quotes for a field-tested, autonomous, and automated single channel aqueous detection system of soluble reactive phosphorus as well as training and a service visit plus IDIQ for reagents and coverage of replacement part each with a base and up to five (5) option years. Background: The goal of the project is to assess nutrient concentration in stream water. We currently monitor nutrient concentrations by collecting water samples with an automated water sampler and analyzing them in our water quality laboratory. This process results in flow proportioned concentrations during storm events, and weekly grab samples during low flow conditions. The samples are stabilized within 48 hours of collection and analyzed as soon as possible. This frequency of samples does not allow understanding of the sub-daily dynamics of nutrient transport. The objective of this project is to obtain continuous, automated, and nearly instantaneous measurements of dissolved phosphorus concentrations at a high frequency (30-min or hourly) to capture how biological and physical processes affect nutrient concentrations during events and during low flow conditions. The Cropping Systems and Water Quality Research Unit has been monitoring water quality at the outlet of the Goodwater Creek Experimental Watershed since 1992. Long-term nutrient concentration data collection support efforts to quantify nutrient exports from this LTAR watershed; detect potential trends resulting from changes in land use, land management, and climate; and develop models that simulate the biological, chemical, and physical processes that affect nutrient concentrations. Current sampling equipment result in samples that need to be collected by someone, brought to the laboratory, and analyzed for nutrient concentration. Our understanding of these processes will benefit from new technology that provides high frequency data, which will enable us to understand the sub-daily dynamics in response to factors such as discharge, temperature, solar radiation, and others. The system needs to be autonomous so that no one needs go to the site every day. For this, we need a field-tested autonomous and automated system that pumps water from the stream, analyzes it on site and in near real time for soluble reactive phosphorus, and transmits the data via telemetry. The frequency of the data needs to be high (30 minutes). We start with a soluble reactive phosphorus sensor with the idea that we will expand to measuring other dissolved and total nutrients in the future. Technical Requirements: A wall mountable single channel unit for the on-site and automated measurement of soluble reactive phosphorus concentrations in stream water. Operational in temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.� Must be suitable for on-site stream water sampling and analysis during free-flowing and non-freezing conditions. Automatically functions in turbid waters with high concentrations of sediment or dissolved organic matter. Biofouling control is necessary. Measures concentrations of PO4-P ranging from 0.006 mg/l to 1 mg/l. Precision: 3% of full scale. Maximum Frequency: 30-minute time interval between two samples. 3 week auto-run ability. Self-calibrating system. On-site controller. Startup kit with enough reagents for 1000 analyses. Use of customizable reagents and standards. Flexibility in the design and the control of the system operation without hardware change. Email-based warning system to alert of potential malfunctions. Replaceable parts per manufacturer recommended schedule. Automated transmission of data via remote login. On-line technical support team. 6-month or more warranty for all parts. Equipment weight less than 15 lbs (6.8 kg). Equipment size less than 1.6 feet (0.48 m) width by 3.5 feet (1.07 m) high. Government Furnished: An external pump will pump stream water to a sampling chamber in the shed. Travel:� Travel may be needed for service or training. If so, travel will include two days in Columbia, Missouri. Travel expenses are the responsibility of the contractor. Key Deliverables: Field-Tested, Autonomous, and Automated Single Channel Aqueous Detection System of Soluble Reactive Phosphorus Shipping/Freight/Delivery On-Site Training Equipment Service Visit Reagents for a maximum of 10,000 analyses per year, delivered as needed (base and up to four option years). Replacement parts per manufacturer recommended schedule per year (base and up to four option years). Delivery: Delivery is to be made to the USDA-ARS Cropping Systems and Water Quality Research Unit (CSWQRU) located at 1406 Rollins Street, 269 Agricultural Engineering Building, Columbia, MO 65211 within 90 days of award. One on-site visit for training and service to be provided within 90 days of award. Reagents will be ordered on an as needed basis within one year of award (and for any option years exercised). Coverage of replacement part to include one year of coverage starting the date of award (and any option years exercised). The vendor shall provide all items F.O.B: destination. Location of the Government site is aboard Columbia, MO and will be identified in the contract. The Government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract that includes Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) line items. Evaluation Factors: The basis for award will be Lowest Price, Technically acceptable.�The Government intends to make a single firm-fixed price award with IDIQ line items based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) quote. ""LPTA"" means the best value is expected to result from selection of the technically acceptable quote with the lowest evaluated price. Pursuant to FAR 52.212-2, the criteria for evaluation are: (1) Price; (2) Technical Requirements. The lowest priced quote will be evaluated first; if NOT found acceptable, the next lowest priced quote will be evaluated, and so on until a technically acceptable quote is identified. The government will NOT review higher priced quotes if the lowest priced quote is determined to be technically acceptable. For quoted products to be considered technically acceptable, they must meet ALL of the technical requirements identified in this solicitation. Submitting a Quote: Offerors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-1. The applicable FAR clauses and provisions that apply to this acquisition are included with the attached quote submission form (SF1449). The Government anticipates award of one Firm Fixed Price Contract that includes IDIQ line items. To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a current and active registration. A contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number is required in order to register.�Vendor must also include their UEI# on their quote. The submission and payment of invoices on the resulting contract will be made through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). As such, contractors must be currently registered or register in IPP in order to be able to submit and receive payment on invoices for the resulting award. Offerors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote on�SF1449�(see attached) and provide completed FAR clauses and provisions. The quoted price(s) should include all fees, delivery charges, and/or surcharges. This will be a tax-exempt purchase. Failure to demonstrate compliance will constitute sufficient cause to reject a quote without further discussions. All responsible sources may submit a quote which will be put into considered for award. Questions in regards to this combined synopsis/solicitation must be submitted through email (NO calls with questions will be accepted) and are due by NO later than�5:00 PM CT on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. Answers to any questions received by that time will be�posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation. No questions will be answered after this date unless determined to be in the best interest of the Government. Only electronic submissions made via email will be accepted (NO phone calls or quotes submitted by USPS mail will be accepted). Please email all quotes in writing on the SF 1449 with completed FAR clauses and provisions to�aaron.dimeo@usda.gov by NO later than�Monday, May 16, 2022 at 5:00 PM Central Time (CT). Note: Be absolutely certain to reference the RFQ number �12505B22Q0073� and/or title of the solicitation �Aqueous Soluble Phosphorus Detection System� in the subject, body, and/or attachments on your quote submission email to ensure your submission can be located and attributed to this solicitation. Failure to do so could potentially result in your submission being deemed �unresponsive� and as a result your quote may NOT be put into consideration for award (as your quote may NOT be located when searching the recipients email to ensure all responses to the solicitation have been logged before making an award determination).
 

Web Link

SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/opp/c5cb4eb422e846a1a86378b0641bbda9/view)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Columbia, MO 65211, USA

Zip Code: 65211

Country: USA
 

Record

SN06317498-F 20220506/220504230113 (samdaily.us)
 

Source

SAM.gov Link to This Notice
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