This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this Notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: quotes are being requested and written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12612120Q0021 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2020-07. This solicitation will be 100% Total Full and Open. The associated NAICS code is 334513, with a size standard 750 people and the PSC code is 6680

The Hydrolab HL7 MULTI-PARAMETER WATER QUALITY SONDE IS AN INSTRUMENT USED IN A VARIETY OF WATER QUALITY MONITORING APPLICATIONS. We are looking for parts that are compatible in all aspects with existing systems presently installed. The current equipment consists of a regional network Hyrolab HL7 Multi-parameter water quality sondes and the new item service must coordinate,connect or interface with the existing system by containing the same sensors, specifically the turbidity sensors for consistency of data collected Sondes may also be periodically transferred between sites due to maintenance or troubleshooting, so all sondes must be compatible with each other in their functionality and data output. Here are the part#  .

HL7TABATT-Hydrolab HL7 sonde with internal battery power,temperature and other integraled sensors

HLTURB-Turbidity sensor integrated to Hydrolab HL sonde -includes central cleaning brush

HLLDO-aa SENSOR, LDO OPTION

HLCOND-SENSOR, CONDUCTIVITY OPTION

HLPHORPSREF-aa SENSOR, pH/ORP OPTION, HL

CZL015-CABLE, LIGHTWEIGHT MARINE, OVERMOLDED,

9039600-si aa COMMUNICATION MODULE, SDI-12, HL

SDI-12-communicatioos module for Hydrolab HL

 HLCHLOR -Chlorophyll a sensor integrated to Hydrolab HL7 sonde - stainless steel housing

To be eligible, all vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a current and active registration. A vendor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) number is required in order to register in SAM. Vendor must include their DUNS# on their capability statements.

The NAICS code for the expected acquisition is 334513, with a Size Standard of 750 people and the PSC Code is 6680. Any subsequent procurement will be conducted as a commercial item purchased in accordance with FAR Part 12 and as a Simplified Acquisition Procedure in accordance with FAR Part 13.

The Contractor shall provide all items F.O.B: destination. Location of the Government site is aboard USDA ARS Ames, IA and will be identified in the contract. The Government anticipates award of the Firm Fixed Price Contract.

Submitting a Quote:

To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a current and active registration. A contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) numbers is required in order to register. Vendor must also include their DUNS # on their quote.

Invoices are to be submitted and payments will be made through the IPP system.

Vendors must be register or register in the IPP system.

Offerors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote on SF-18 (SEE ATTACHED).The quote should include all fees, delivery charges and or surcharges.

Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please email all quotes in writing on the sf-18 to [email protected] by no later than August 26, 2020 at 5:00pm Central Standard Time

Questions in regards to this combined synopsis must be submitted through email and are due no later than 12:00pm CST on August 24 2020. Answers to any questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation