The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), is seeking quotes for on-site service, maintenance, and software support for Perkin Elmer ICP-OES Optima 8300 DV instruments and Cetac ASX-560 autosamplers at the National Water Quality Lab in Denver, Colorado. The procurement includes a base year contract from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with two additional one-year options, emphasizing the need for adherence to OEM specifications and the use of certified technicians for repairs and maintenance. This service is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency and reliability of laboratory equipment used in water quality analysis. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 11:00 AM EST on January 5, 2026, to the primary contact, Stephanie Doutt, at sdoutt@usgs.gov, with quotes remaining valid for 90 days.

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This Request for Quotation (RFQ) 140G0226Q0006 is issued by the USGS OAG Denver Acquisition Branch for non-personal services to provide on-site service, maintenance, and software support, including travel, for Perkin Elmer ICP-OES Optima 8300 DV instruments and Cetac ASX-560 autosamplers at the National Water Quality Lab (NWQL) in Denver, CO. The contract includes a base year from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, and two one-year options. The scope of work requires the contractor to diagnose failures, provide parts, labor, software/firmware upgrades, and perform annual preventive maintenance. Emergency repairs must be completed within three working days, and non-emergency repairs within five. The RFQ emphasizes adherence to OEM specifications, the use of certified technicians, and specific reporting requirements for service calls. It also outlines detailed IT security requirements, including background investigations, non-disclosure agreements, annual security training, and compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and Department of the Interior (DOI) security standards. Quotes must be valid for 90 days and should include a Quality Control Plan.

(I) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, 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.  
  
(II) This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ Number 140G0226Q0006. This solicitation will utilize the policies contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 in conjunction with the policies and procedures for solicitation evaluation and award prescribed in FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as appropriate for this acquisition.  
  
(III) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-05.  
  
(IV) This solicitation is a full and open competition. The associated NAICS code is 811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The size standard is $34 million.  
  
(V) This combined solicitation/synopsis is for purchase of the following commercial item(s):  
CLIN NO. 00010 on-site service, maintenance and software support, along with travel for the Perkin Elmer and Cetac instruments.  
  
(VI) Refer to the attached statement of work for the description of the service.  
  
(VII) Refer to the attached Statement of work for any deliverable items. Delivery is FOB Destination.  
  
(VIII) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Sep 2023), applies to this acquisition.  
  
(IX) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021).  
  
(X) The offeror shall submit a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (May 2024), with its quote. An offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at www.sam.gov. If an offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at the SAM website, the offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (m) of this provision.  
  
(XI) The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023), applies to this acquisition.  
  
(XII) The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Products and 2025) applies to this acquisition. Please see attached Clauses and Provisions document for more information.  
  
(XIII) The following clauses are also applicable to this acquisition: Please see Clauses and Provisions attachment. (XIV) Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and assigned rating does not apply.  
  
(XV) The Government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price Purchase Order resulting from this solicitation. Quotes are required to be received in the contracting office no later than 11:00AM ES on January 5, 2026. Quotes should be emailed to sdoutt@usgs.gov.  

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