Bid guide
How to bid on an Automated Immuno Assay Platform for USDA
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking an Automated Immuno Assay Platform for High-throughput Protein Detection. This equipment is for their facility in College Station, Texas. This is a good opportunity for small businesses that can provide specialized laboratory equipment.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for submitting questions is August 14, 2026, by 3:00 PM Central Standard Time. All quotes must be submitted by August 19, 2026, by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. It is suitable for small businesses specializing in manufacturing or supplying analytical laboratory instruments, specifically those related to immunoassay platforms and protein detection. The applicable NAICS code is 334516, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be considered.
How to respond
To respond, you must email your quote to [email protected]. Faxed or hard copy quotes are not permitted. Your submission must include detailed specifications that clearly demonstrate your platform's capability to meet the required specifications. Simply stating that you can provide the equipment as described will not be sufficient.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and up-to-date, as this is a mandatory requirement for both submitting a quote and receiving an award. Carefully review the attached specifications and provide a comprehensive, comparative breakdown of your proposed platform's features against each requirement. Address all aspects of the solicitation and submit any questions you have by the deadline to ensure clarity before preparing your final quote. Double-check that your email submission is sent well before the deadline to account for any technical issues.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.