1232SA26Q1222 – RFI Responses Combo Synopsis-Solicitation Steam Sterilizer USDA ARS PA Sidney MT

This solicitation is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a turn‑key steam sterilizer system for USDA ARS facilities in Sidney, Montana. The contractor must remove the existing Getinge sterilizer, dispose of it, and procure and install a new Getinge USA Model 733LS (or equivalent) per manufacturer recommendations. The contract is a total small‑business set‑aside and includes compliance with Buy American requirements. No drawings are provided; the unit will use house steam, soft water, and does not require BSL, effluent decontamination, or bio‑seal. Two optional site visits are offered (13 Aug 2026 and 18 Aug 2026) for registration. Quotations are to be submitted per FAR Part 12; no separate solicitation will be issued. • Remove and dispose of existing Getinge steam sterilizer (Building #18) • Supply and install new Getinge USA Model 733LS or equivalent • Use house steam, soft water; single right‑hand swinging door, not recessed • Compliance with Buy American Act (NAICS 339112) • Small‑business total set‑aside (≤1,000 employees) • No government‑provided installation drawings; contractor to coordinate layout • Site visits available for clarification (13 Aug 2026 CDT, 18 Aug 2026 MDT) • RFQs due by an undisclosed deadline; RFIs are closed.