Bid guide
How to bid on a Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument for the Department of Agriculture
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking to purchase a Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument. This equipment must meet the specific requirements detailed in the attached specifications.
This is a total small-business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant industry code is NAICS 334516, which has a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted by 3:00 PM Central Standard Time on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Your complete quotation must be submitted no later than 4:00 PM Central Standard Time on Friday, August 7, 2026. Quotes received after this deadline will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that can supply laboratory or scientific instruments. Firms specializing in manufacturing or distributing analytical instruments, particularly those related to liquid handling, would be well-suited.
Vendors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quote submission and award.
How to respond
To access the solicitation details and documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents.
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected]. Faxed or hard copy quotes will not be accepted. Your response must include detailed specifications that clearly demonstrate your ability to provide the required Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the attached specifications for the Firefly Liquid Handling Instrument. Your quote must not simply state that you can provide the equipment; you must include detailed comparative specifications to show how your proposed instrument meets or exceeds the requirements.
Ensure your company is actively registered in SAM.gov. This is a mandatory requirement for submitting a quote and for receiving an award. Also, be prepared for payment through the Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP.gov).
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.