This is a Request for Information (RFI). 

The USDA-ARS intends to purchase this item(s) if and when funding becomes available.  This request is submitted for the USDA-ARS to build a requirement and find potential vendors for product(s) to enhance research capabilities.

Specifications below are based on the Microcentrifuge being used.  The USDA-ARS requests proposed products that meet and/or exceed the current specifications for the listed item.  The USDA-ARS is looking to upgrade aging equipment with state of the art products. 

Important functions for suggestions:

-Max Speed: 13,333rpm
-Max RCF: 17,000 X G
-Net Weight: 23lbs
-Noise lvl: <56dB
-Timer: 1-99min in 1min increments
-Certifications/Compliance: IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2, IEC 61010-020, CSA certified, CE marked, IVD complaint, Certified Biosaftey
-Type:Vetilated
-Refrierated: No

-24 x 1.5/2.0mL rotor

-120V 60Hz

Product must fit in an area of (due to limited space): 13.75” x 9.63” x8.88”

Information to be sent to:  Brian Fien at [email protected], for questions please call 509-335-3349.

Contractors intending to conduct business with the Federal Government MUST register with the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting quotation. The SAM is the Government repository, which retains information on Government contractors. You may register online at www.sam.gov.  

A solicitation or request for quote is anticipated to be sent or posted at www.fbo.gov between May and August of 2017.