handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer
ID: 140G0125Q0228Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

PSC

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d804dd6c1e334cb9af24e7fd39139b58/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), is seeking proposals for the procurement of a handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer to be delivered to Reston, VA. This equipment is essential for facilitating sample collection and rapid mineral screening in both field and laboratory settings, with specific technical requirements including the ability to analyze a wide range of elements, including rare-earth elements, without the need for a vacuum system. The contract is set aside for small businesses, with a response deadline for quotes on December 22, 2025, and an anticipated award date of December 23, 2025. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can direct inquiries to Rafael Anderson at rlanderson@usgs.gov.

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    Anderson, Rafael
    (000) 000-0000
    rlanderson@usgs.gov
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    A14_Statment_of_Need.docx
    The Florence Bascom Geoscience Center requires a new handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer for field and laboratory use. This equipment will facilitate sample collection and mineral identification. Key specifications include a large-area drift detector for various sample media, the ability to analyze specific elements (including rare-earth elements) without a vacuum, and accessories for hands-free field use. The XRF must feature built-in excitation filters, a tiltable color LCD display, and not be solely dependent on Windows OS. It should weigh less than 4 lbs, have an Ag target X-ray tube, and include two independent processors. Essential accessories are a radiation-shielded portable stand, certified reference standards, a sample preparation kit, and a 3-year warranty. The analyzer also needs Bluetooth, a touchscreen, a carrying case, a battery charger, operational training, rugged housing, long battery life (>6 hours), fast analytical throughput, and compliance with EPA Method 6200. It must support both large and small sample areas and include radiation safety features.
    B08_Mining_Analyzer_-_Statment_of_Need_(amd_1)_0001.docx
    The Florence Bascom Geoscience Center requires a new handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer for field and laboratory use. This equipment will facilitate sample collection and provide rapid mineral screening. The XRF analyzer must meet specific technical requirements, including a geometrically optimized large area drift detector for various sample media and applications such as exploration and grade control. It must analyze a comprehensive list of elements, including rare-earth elements, without a vacuum or purge system for light elements like Mg and Al. Key specifications include hands-free accessories, built-in excitation filters, a tiltable color LCD, non-Windows operating system dependence, a weight under 4 lbs, an Ag or Rh target X-ray tube, dual independent processors, and a fully radiation-shielded portable stand. Additional requirements cover certified reference standards, a sample preparation kit, a 3-year warranty, Bluetooth connectivity, light element analysis capability, software, a touchscreen, an imaging camera with at least 5-megapixel resolution, an integrated GPS receiver, a carrying case, a battery charger, operational training, rugged housing, long battery life with hot-swap capability, fast analytical throughput, compliance with EPA Method 6200, large area measurement capability, and radiation safety features. This acquisition is crucial for enhancing the center's analytical and field capabilities.
    Sol_140G0125Q0228_Amd_0001.pdf
    This amendment (140G0125Q0228/0001) updates a solicitation for laboratory equipment and supplies for the USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch. The purpose of the amendment is to update Attachment #1 – Statement of Need, extending the response date to December 22, 2025, at 09:00 AM ES. The amendment adds several items, including various element additions (Ta-Tantalum, Te-Tellurium, Cs-Cesium, K-Potassium, Hf-Hafnium, Au-GOLD, Sc-Scandium), 6 um Prolene Windows, a Vanta Core XRF Analyzer, a 3-Beam GeoChem, soil cups, a folding field stand, and a soil standard kit. All listed items fall under Product/Service Code 6640, described as "LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES." All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. For further information, interested parties can contact Rafael Anderson at rlanderson@usgs.gov.
    Sol_140G0125Q0228.pdf
    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of laboratory equipment and related services, including a Mining Analyzer, custom calibration for rare earth elements, soil cups, polyproplyne, and a 3rd-year XRF warranty, along with freight. The solicitation number is 140G0125Q0228, issued by USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch. The NAICS code is 334513, with a 100% small business set-aside. Offers are due by September 19, 2025, at 0900 ET. The document details instructions for offerors, contract terms and conditions, and solicitation provisions, including requirements for System for Award Management (SAM) registration and compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. Payment will be made electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
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