Portable Cryostat with UV Capability – Market Research for Made In America Act Compliant Availability

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking information from vendors capable of providing a portable cryostat system that meets the Made in America Act and the minimum specifications described in the notice. The system must be a bench-top, portable cryostat instrument designed for laboratory or field support use, with a single refrigeration system capable of maintaining chamber temperatures of approximately -30°C. The system must also have a manual microtome with a feed range of 2-12 micrometers per section, a specimen quick-freeze system capable of reaching -40°C, and a programmable automatic defrost functionality. Some of the key features and accessories required include: • Anti-roll plate • Object holders • Knife cleaning brush • Detachable shelf • Debris tray • Blade removal tool • Spare set of fuses • Low-temperature grease • Cryospray freezing spray • Cryo-M-Bed embedding compound • Insulated cover • Operating manual The USDA is seeking responses from U.S. manufacturers and distributors of Made in America Act compliant sources who can provide a portable cryostat meeting the specifications. Respondents must submit company information, technical capability statement, evidence that the product is manufactured in the United States, technical literature, availability/lead time and warranty information, and description of any areas where specifications cannot be met.