This notice is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, and in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Submit offers on RML-RFQ #8018. The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 205-26 dated 06/12/2008. This acquisition will be processed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334516 and the small business size standard is 500. SCHEDULE: The Rocky Mountain Laboratories requires one (1) Five Function Plate Reader with the capability to 1) Ability to read the entire spectrum for absorbance using a spectrometer 2) Fluorescence and Luminescence sensitivity detections 3) Duel reagent injection system 4) Multi mode shaking control 5) Software 6) Incubation temperature control maximum 60 degrees Celsius 7) Gas vent option for introduction of gases into the incubator chamber 8) Upgradeable injectors. FOB Point shall be Destination, Hamilton, MT. Delivery location is Rocky Mountain Laboratories, 903 S. 4th Street, Hamilton, MT. The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items. FAR 52-212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52-212.5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items; Warranty information to include period and coverage, shall be stated. By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall have posted their FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items at website http://orca.bpn.gov in accordance with FAR 4.1201(a). By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the CCR database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation. Award will be based on the capability of the item offered to meet the above stated salient characteristics, including delivery, price, warranty, and the best value to the government. Offers may be mailed to Fawn Hess at Rocky Mountain Laboratories, 903 S. 4th Street, Hamilton, Mt 59840; faxed to the POC indicated above (Fax - 406-363-9438); or e-mailed to (fhess@niaid.nih.gov). Offers must be submitted not later than 4:30 PM (MDST); offers received after the exact time specified for receipt will not be considered, September 11, 2008. Copies of the above-referenced clauses are available from http://www.arnet.gov/far/current/html/52_000-107.html or upon request, either by telephone or fax. All responsible sources may submit an offer that will be considered by this Agency