NRS Rhinelander Autoclave/Laboratory Steam Sterilizer

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a quotation for a pre and post vacuum autoclave/laboratory steam sterilizer. The autoclave must have a chamber capacity of at least 22 gallons and meet specific salient characteristics, including having a stainless-steel interior chamber, a built-in steam generator, and the ability to steam sterilize with individual setpoints at both 121°C/15 psi and 134°C/30.5 psi. The offeror must provide descriptive literature to demonstrate how the proposed product meets or exceeds the required salient characteristics. The USDA will evaluate quotations based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. • The autoclave must be a U.S.-made product. • The autoclave must meet specific salient characteristics, including chamber capacity, interior dimensions, and steam sterilization capabilities. • The offeror must provide descriptive literature to demonstrate how the proposed product meets or exceeds the required salient characteristics. • The USDA will evaluate quotations based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. • The offeror must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management. • The offeror must submit their offer by email to Patrick Jones by the response date of March 7, 2026.