How to bid on Laboratory Workstations and Casework for USDA at Fort Detrick

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture is seeking quotations for laboratory workstations and casework. This equipment is for use at Fort Detrick in Frederick, Maryland. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 1232SA26Q1164.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by August 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. There will be a strictly timed site visit on August 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM local time at 1301 Crops Way, Frederick, MD 21702. No other site visits will be conducted.

If you plan to attend the site visit, you must complete Fort Detrick’s visitor screening process. Allow 30-45 minutes for this process before the visit. All visitors will be escorted by government employees during the site visit.

Who this opportunity suits

This acquisition is a total small-business set-aside. It is suitable for small business concerns with up to 500 employees. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code (NAICS) is 337127, Institutional Furniture Manufacturing. All responsible small business sources may submit a quotation for consideration.

How to respond

To access the solicitation 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 on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all attachments, especially any questions and answers dated July 31. Ensure your quotation directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Pay close attention to any specific instructions for formatting or content.

If you attend the site visit, take detailed notes and ask relevant questions to fully understand the agency's needs. Use this information to tailor your proposal. Double-check that your business meets the small business size standard and other eligibility criteria for this set-aside opportunity.