# Automated Sampler, Concentrator and Sample Preparation and Extraction Platform

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/1232sa26q0571

- Solicitation number: 1232SA26Q0571
- Notice type: Combined synopsis and solicitation
- Status: Awarded to Markes International, Inc.
- Department: Department of Agriculture
- Agency: Agricultural Research Service
- Contracting office: USDA ARS Afm Apd (1232SA)
- NAICS: 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Product or service code: 6640 Laboratory Equipment and Supplies
- Place of performance: Fort Pierce, Florida
- First posted: July 2, 2026
- Last posted: July 2, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/991ff1e3c4ac4d58ae8decf077588bb0/view

## Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0571 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Automated Sampler, Concentrator and Sample Preparation and Extraction Platform. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference.

The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

## Award on USAspending

- Recipient: Markes International, Inc. (UEI FR5NLD4KMJR7)
- Contract: 1232SA26P0410, purchase order
- Obligated: $194,366.35
- Competition: Competed Under SAP, 3 offers received
- Link: solicitation number 1232SA26Q0571 equals the FPDS solicitation identifier; same awarding office 1232SA (high confidence)
- Record: https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_1232SA26P0410_12H2_-NONE-_-NONE-/


## Publications

- July 2, 2026: Combined synopsis and solicitation, due July 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT. Notice 991ff1e3c4ac4d58ae8decf077588bb0. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/991ff1e3c4ac4d58ae8decf077588bb0/view

## Points of contact

- Frank Palmer, frank.palmer@usda.gov

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