66--IRA UNSATURATED SOIL MECHANICS EQUIPMENT
ID: 140R8125Q0048Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONDENVER FED CENTERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a2d9869505094431aef15d5c29e1ac61/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation, is seeking quotes for the procurement of two advanced laboratory systems: a GDS Unsaturated Triaxial Automated Shear System and a GDS Stress-Dependent Soil-Water Characteristic Curve Measurement System. These systems must be compatible with existing Global Digital Systems laboratory equipment and include specific technical features to ensure seamless integration. The procurement is crucial for enhancing laboratory capabilities in soil mechanics, which is vital for various reclamation projects. Quotes are due by January 10, 2025, and interested vendors should contact Megan Swift at mswift@usbr.gov or 303-445-2722 for further details.

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    Swift, Megan
    (303) 445-2722
    mswift@usbr.gov
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    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_1.pdf
    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 140R8125Q0048) issued by the Bureau of Reclamation for two key laboratory systems: a GDS Unsaturated Triaxial Automated Shear System and a GDS Stress-Dependent Soil-Water Characteristic Curve Measurement System. Both systems are required to be compatible with existing Global Digital Systems laboratory equipment and must include specific technical features and capacities, ensuring ease of integration. Quotes are due by January 10, 2025, and must detail compatibility with the specified hardware. Evaluation of bids will prioritize the lowest price while considering technical compliance with salient characteristics. The solicitation mandates comprehensive documentation of items being offered along with strict compliance with various federal acquisition clauses. The systems, once procured, will be delivered to the Denver Federal Center where professional installation will occur. This RFP exemplifies federal procurement processes, emphasizing accountability, quality standards, and the importance of small business involvement in public contracts.
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