Department of Agriculture - Lab Equipment for Animal Disease Testing - IFB 6100066801 (2026)
PA-State-Pennsylvania Department of AgricultureState · Harrisburg, PA- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sheila Strubhar
- (717) 787-1467
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Pennsylvania Veterinary Laboratory is seeking bids for brand new lab equipment for animal disease testing manufactured by Bio-Rad Laboratories. Required equipment includes NSP 2 System, iQ-Check Prep Barcode Reader, LSG computer screen Dell, Microplate Reader, Pr 4100 Multicheck Package, Model 1575 Immunowash Microplate Washer, Heating Thermoshaker, and Deep Well Block for Thermoshaker. Only the manufacturer and their authorized representatives may submit a bid. Electronic submissions are due by October 16, 2026.
NSP 2 System (Qty 1), IQ-Check Prep Barcode Reader (Qty 1), LSG computer screen Dell (Qty 1), Reader, Microplate PR4100 US (Qty 2), Pr 4100 Multicheck Package (Qty 1), Model 1575 Immunowash Microplate Washer (Qty 1), Heating Thermoshaker (Qty 1), Deep Well Block for Thermoshaker (Qty 1)
SUMMARY
The Pennsylvania Veterinary Laboratory is seeking bids for brand new lab equipment for animal disease testing manufactured by Bio-Rad Laboratories.
Required equipment includes NSP 2 System, iQ-Check Prep Barcode Reader, LSG computer screen Dell, Microplate Reader, Pr 4100 Multicheck Package, Model 1575 Immunowash Microplate Washer, Heating Thermoshaker, and Deep Well Block for Thermoshaker. Only the manufacturer and their authorized representatives may submit a bid. Electronic submissions are due by October 16, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- NSP 2 System (Qty 1)
- IQ-Check Prep Barcode Reader (Qty 1)
- LSG computer screen Dell (Qty 1)
- Reader
- Microplate PR4100 US (Qty 2)
- Pr 4100 Multicheck Package (Qty 1)
- Model 1575 Immunowash Microplate Washer (Qty 1)
- Heating Thermoshaker (Qty 1)
- Deep Well Block for Thermoshaker (Qty 1)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Pennsylvania
- Reported agency
- Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from PA-State-Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sheila Strubhar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including PA-State-Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sheila Strubhar at (717) 787-1467. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: NSP 2 System (Qty 1), IQ-Check Prep Barcode Reader (Qty 1), LSG computer screen Dell (Qty 1), Reader, Microplate PR4100 US (Qty 2), Pr 4100 Multicheck Package (Qty 1), Model 1575 Immunowash Microplate Washer (Qty 1), Heating Thermoshaker (Qty 1), Deep Well Block for Thermoshaker (Qty 1). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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