Bid guide
How to bid on a Medusa Gamma Radiation Soil Scanner for the USDA
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking quotes for a Medusa Gamma Radiation Soil Scanner. This is an unrestricted purchase, meaning any responsible source can submit a quote. The agency will consider all submissions.
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items. There will not be a separate written solicitation issued beyond this announcement.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on September 4, 2026. If you have questions about this solicitation, they must be submitted in writing by September 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM CT. Answers to questions will be posted at least 48 hours before the quote deadline.
All quotes are due by September 15, 2026, at 12:59 AM ET. Quotes received after this deadline may be considered late. Late quotes might only be accepted if it is in the Government's best interest and does not cause undue delay in the award process.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that manufacture or supply other measuring and controlling devices. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 334519, 'Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing'.
The small business size standard for this NAICS code is 600 employees. Businesses with up to 600 employees may qualify as small under this standard.
How to respond
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Your quote, along with any questions, should be submitted to the Primary Point of Contact and, if applicable, the Secondary Point of Contact as listed in the solicitation. Ensure you refer to 'Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions' for clauses, provisions, instructions, and evaluation criteria, and 'Attachment 2 - Statement of Requirements' for the minimum characteristics of the items to be quoted.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review 'Attachment 2 - Statement of Requirements' to ensure your proposed Medusa Gamma Radiation Soil Scanner meets all minimum salient characteristics, capabilities, and features. Any deviation from these requirements could lead to your quote being deemed non-responsive.
Submit any questions you have by the stated deadline. This ensures you have a clear understanding of the agency's needs before submitting your final quote. Pay close attention to the evaluation criteria outlined in 'Attachment 1' to understand how your quote will be judged. Ensure your submission is complete and addresses all requested information by the exact deadline and time zone specified.
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.
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