Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) Tags for Catfish

The USDA’s Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit (WARU) needs 50,000 brand‑name Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tags for catfish identification. The tags must be 12 mm long, ~2 mm diameter, and contain a hexadecimal code readable by Biomark PIT readers. The contract will be firm‑fixed‑price, awarded to the lowest technically acceptable offer. Delivery is required within 30 days of award, with a performance period from 09/28/2026 to 10/27/2026. The solicitation is unrestricted (not set‑aside) and open to all responsible sources. • Quantity: 50,000 PIT tags (plus shipping) • Technical specs: 12 mm × 2 mm, hex code, Biomark compatible • Delivery: FOB Destination, to Stoneville, MS (ARS Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit) • Period of performance: 1 month (09/28/2026‑10/27/2026) • Evaluation: Lowest price, technically acceptable (brand‑name required) • Submission: Email quote to Marisol Olivera by 09/24/2026, 3 PM ET • Questions due: 09/17/2025, 3 PM ET