Bid guide
How to bid on Vanquish Neo and Ion Chromatography systems for FDA
What the FDA is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needs two laboratory chromatography systems under a single contract. One is a Thermo Scientific Vanquish Neo System or equivalent, for their Center for Veterinary Medicine in Laurel, Maryland. The other is a Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-6000 HPIC System or equivalent, for their National Forensic Chemistry Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
This opportunity is for vendors who can supply advanced analytical laboratory instruments. The contract includes the systems, all necessary components and accessories, warranty, installation, support, and training as specified. This is an unrestricted acquisition, meaning it is open to all businesses, not just small businesses.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 10, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by September 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET. This deadline is firm, and late submissions are typically not considered.
The FDA will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach for award. This means the contract will go to the offeror who meets all technical requirements at the lowest price.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers or authorized distributors of analytical laboratory instruments, specifically chromatography systems. Vendors should be capable of supplying and supporting high-precision equipment from manufacturers like Thermo Scientific, or equivalent.
The relevant NAICS code for this acquisition is 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. Firms with expertise in providing complete system solutions, including installation, training, and ongoing support, will be well-suited for this bid.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation and its attachments, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes, the first click may take you to the portal's homepage; if so, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have the solicitation, refer to Solicitation 75F40126Q00430 and its attachments for complete requirements, quotation instructions, and applicable terms and conditions. Ensure you provide itemized pricing for all Contract Line Items (CLINs) and clearly identify the manufacturer, make/model, part number(s), country of origin, and place of manufacture for each proposed end product.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Since this is an LPTA award, your primary goal is to demonstrate technical acceptability while offering the lowest possible price. Carefully review all technical specifications for both the Vanquish Neo System and the Dionex ICS-6000 HPIC System. Provide thorough technical documentation to prove compliance with all minimum requirements and salient characteristics for both systems.
Pay close attention to compatibility requirements, especially for the Vanquish Neo System's compatibility with the Government-owned Thermo Fisher Scientific Orbitrap Exploris 240 mass spectrometer. Clearly outline your proposed warranty, support, installation, and training plans as specified in the solicitation. Double-check all pricing details and ensure your proposal is complete and accurate before the deadline.
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 Food and Drug Administration; the original posting controls.