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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a wireless laboratory equipment temperature monitoring system for the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The system must ensure compliance with accreditation for monitoring analytical critical control points. The requirement is set aside for small businesses. Proposals must be submitted by email to ***@***. *. * by April 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time. The system needs to measure, transmit, collect, and analyze temperature data from multiple instruments, utilize 900 MHz wireless technology, and include FDA OIM approved software compliant with 21 CFR Part 11. It must be compatible with the existing system, allow for floorplan uploads, and have an interactive LCD screen with local alerts. The system requires at least four input ports and operates within specific temperature and humidity ranges. Onboard memory for at least 10,000 logged data points is necessary. Power options include batteries or an AC adapter. Temperature probes must have sufficient specificity and sensitivity for calibration to 0. 2°C. The vendor must be ISO **** accredited. The system needs to be user-programmable for limits, alerts, and alarms, with pre-alarm capabilities. Reporting functions for corrective actions, user logins, programming changes, and alert frequency are required. The system must be expandable and upgradeable. Approximately 28 temperature probes are needed for NAB, 89 for Micro, 39 for Chem, and 4 for ultralow freezers. Installation, training, consultation, design, temperature mapping support, and configuration support through onsite visits are required. IQ/OQ validation must be conducted. Post-installation, one basic end-user training and one system administrator training for **** users are required, along with ongoing support. A minimum of a 1-year warranty is included, with calibration at the end of the 12th month and four option periods for annual calibration/validation services. Post-warranty service and maintenance must be performed by OEM technicians using OEM parts. Deliverables include service records and reports. The solicitation includes FAR and HHSAR provisions related to SAM registration, service contract act exemption, Buy American Act, and ICT accessibility standards. Offers will be evaluated on technical acceptability and price, with the lowest priced technically acceptable and responsible offeror intended for award. Payment terms are Net 30 days after government acceptance, with invoices submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
The deadline for submitting proposals and supporting documents is April 13, 2026, by 1:00 PM Central Time.
The bid notice states that payment terms are Net 30 days after government acceptance of supplies/services.
The bid notice specifies a minimum of a 1-year warranty, with calibration at the end of the 12th month, and includes 4 option periods for annual calibration/validation services.
The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the lowest price technically acceptable and responsible offeror.
Respondents are responsible for submitting proposals/quotes and any supporting documents before the deadline. The vendor must be ISO **** accredited.
