# 1232SA26Q1268 – Combination Synopsis/Solicitation for a Fluorescence Microscope System USDA ARS MWA Urbana IL

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/1232sa26q1268

- Solicitation number: 1232SA26Q1268
- Notice type: Combined synopsis and solicitation
- Status: Awarded to Keyence Corporation of America
- 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: Urbana, Illinois
- First posted: August 12, 2026
- Last posted: August 12, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2b996643211347d88ddee2e909402497/view

## Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1268 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for acquiring a Fluorescence Microscope system, associated components and software for advanced imaging and analysis of soybean, maize and pathogen samples, supporting ongoing research at USDA-ARS SMGPG in Urbana, IL. The system must provide high-resolution fluorescence imaging, automated analysis, and compatibility with established protocols. This Requirement is Subject to Trade Agreements.

FAR Clause 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225- Trade Agreements Certificate (Feb 2021) is incorporated into this solicitation. Ensure to complete the Provision 52.225-6 Trade Agreements Certificates (Feb 2021) information. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. 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.

## Award on USAspending

- Recipient: Keyence Corporation of America (UEI L66VDJVM3VP6)
- Contract: 1232SA26P0577, purchase order
- Obligated: $134,851.00
- Competition: Competed Under SAP, 4 offers received
- Link: solicitation number 1232SA26Q1268 equals the FPDS solicitation identifier; same awarding office 1232SA (high confidence)
- Record: https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_1232SA26P0577_12H2_-NONE-_-NONE-/


## Publications

- August 12, 2026: Combined synopsis and solicitation, due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT. Notice 2b996643211347d88ddee2e909402497. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2b996643211347d88ddee2e909402497/view

## Points of contact

- Theodore Blume, Theodore.Blume@usda.gov

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