Automated Slide Scanner

The USDA NEA Systematic Entomology Laboratory in Washington, DC requires the purchase of an Automated Slide Scanner. The scanner must meet specific salient characteristics, which can be found in Attachment 1. The contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.246-15. The contract will be awarded to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on technical approach, price, and past performance. • The technical approach will evaluate the ability of the offeror to provide a sound and compliant approach that meets all requirements. • The price will be evaluated to determine if it is fair and reasonable. • The past performance will be evaluated using a rating system of Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.