NGC Quest 10 Chromatography System

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Raleigh, NC is seeking quotations for one NGC Quest 10 Chromatography System (Bio‑Rad part 7880003) with a suite of optional upgrades (air‑sensor module, 3‑tier expansion frame, sample pump, inlet valve, pH valve, column‑switching valve, and enhanced fraction collector). The system must meet detailed performance specifications (flow rates, pressure, detection capabilities, software integration) and include a one‑year warranty with preventative maintenance and training. Delivery is required within 60 days of order receipt. Offerors must submit a technically acceptable quotation that includes full product literature, pricing (including any quantity or prompt‑payment discounts), and certify compliance with federal DEI, labor, and buy‑American requirements. The award will be made on a lowest‑price‑technically‑acceptable basis; only one award is anticipated.