Request for Quote (RFQ) for Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Microscope

REQUEST FOR QUOTE 2031ZA26Q00102 FTIR Microscope Table of Contents Section Description Page Number(s) A General Information 2 B Pricing Schedule 3 - 4 C Statement of Work 5 - 13 D Packaging and Handling 14 - 15 E Inspection and Acceptance 16 - 17 F Delivery or Performance 18 - 19 G Contract Administration Data 20 - 21 H Special Contract Requirements 23 – 33 I Contract Clauses 34 – 42 J Attachments 43 K Certifications 44 - 49 L Instructions to Offerors 50 - 53 M Evaluation 54 - 56 -- 1 of 56 -- 2 Bureau of Engraving and Printing 2031ZA26Q00102 SECTION A – GENERAL INFORMATION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. A. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2026-01/effective date of 13 March 2026. B. This procurement falls under NAICS code 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. C. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and assigned rating are not applicable to this procurement. D. System updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in agency solicitations. Examples include 52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance, and paragraph (d) of 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications— Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Contracting officers will not consider these representations when making award decisions or enforce requirements. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM. E. This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set Aside. Only offers from eligible small business concerns will be considered for award. [END OF SECTION] -- 2 of 56 -- 3 Bureau of Engraving and Printing 2031ZA26Q00102 SECTION B – PRICING SCHEDULE Base Year CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 0001 FTIR Microscope (12-months manufacturer warranty included) 1 EA $ $ 0002 Shipping and Handling 1 EA $ $ 0003 Installation 1 EA $ $ 0004 Training 1 EA $ $ Total Base Year $ Option Year 11 CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1001 Preventative Maintenance 1 EA $ $ 1002 Calibration 1 EA $ $ 1003 Extended Warranty 1 EA $ $ Total Option Year 1 $ Option Year 2 CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 2001 Preventative Maintenance 1 EA $ $ 2002 Calibration 1 EA $ $ 2003 Extended Warranty 1 EA $ $ Total Option Year 2 $ Option Year 3 CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 3001 Preventative Maintenance 1 EA $ $ 1 The period of performance (pop) includes option periods, which will be evaluated at the time of award. -- 3 of 56 -- 4 Bureau of Engraving and Printing 2031ZA26Q00102 3002 Calibration 1 EA $ $ 3003 Extended Warranty 1 EA $ $ Total Option Year 3 $ Option Year 4 CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 4001 Preventative Maintenance 1 EA $ $ 4002 Calibration 1 EA $ $ 4003 Extended Warranty 1 EA $ $ Total Option Year 4 $ $ Grand Total $ [END OF SECTION] -- 4 of 56 -- 5 Bureau of Engraving and Printing 2031ZA26Q00102 SECTION C – STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) C.1 Introduction/Background: The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), Research Analysis Division/Office of Technology Development (OTD), District Currency Facility (DCF) is a component of the Department of the Treasury and has a requirement for a Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Microscope to collect microscopic images and localized FTIR spectra. This device is critical and essential to BEPs mission. C.2 Objective/Scope/Purpose: C.2.1 The Contractor shall provide BEP DCF with equipment, installation, and training that meets or exceeds the technical requirements stated in this Statement of Work (SOW). Any reference to brand names or trademarks in this document does not indicate endorsement by the BEP or by the US Government. The FTIR microscope shall meet all current U.S. commercial codes and industrial standards for manufacturing high quality analytical equipment to be utilized within a laboratory environment. C.2.2 The Contractor shall provide a new, commercially available, fully integrated FTIR Microscope, including all sub-systems and major components, and software necessary for complete analytical functionality as described in Section III. No prototypes, or refurbished units will be accepted. The FTIR microscope system shall incorporate modern optical, electronic, and digital technologies and be capable of delivering high-resolution, accurate spectral data for qualitative and quantitative analysis. The instrument shall support rapid, reproducible measurements in the mid-infrared range, with features designed for sample mapping and minimal user maintenance. C.2.3 The Contractor shall provide all labor and materials to deliver and install the instrument. The Contractor shall be responsible for the performance of all activities and materials to install and make the system ready for operation. The Contractor shall provide startup assistance, training, calibration procedure, integration, and warranty. C.3 Technical Requirements/Tasks/Outcomes: C.3.1 The following represents the operational capability, functionality, and performance characteristics of the listed major sub-systems and major components of the FTIR microscope: C.3.1.1 Instrument shall include a research grade FTIR microscope capable of collecting microscopic images and localized FTIR spectra. The microscope shall incorporate all necessary components including, but not limited to. C.3.1.1.1 Illumination sources. C.3.1.1.2 Camera. C.3.1.1.3 Objectives and condensers. C.3.1.1.4 Stage. C.3.1.1.5 Controls/controller. C.3.1.1.6 Computer. -- 5 of 56…