Sources Sought Additional Open Path FTIR for USDA ARS Kimberly, ID
ID: 12905B24SS0248Type: Sources Sought
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PWA AAO ACQ/PER PROPALBANY, CA, 94710, USA

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Posted Sep 3, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Sep 3, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Sep 17, 2024, 11:30 PM UTC
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The Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS) is seeking information from qualified suppliers regarding the availability and capability to provide additional open path FTIR equipment for its facility in Kimberly, Idaho. The procurement aims to acquire 22 advanced FTIR systems that seamlessly integrate with existing Cerex monitoring systems, featuring specifications such as a wavelength range of 600-4200 cm-1 and the ability to analyze over 350 gas compounds simultaneously. This initiative is crucial for enhancing environmental monitoring in agricultural settings, ensuring reliable performance in extreme climates. Interested vendors, particularly small businesses, are encouraged to submit capability statements by the specified deadline to Michael Sherlock at michael.sherlock@usda.gov, as this notice is part of market research and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

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Sep 4, 2024, 3:17 AM UTC
The USDA's ARS Northwest Irrigation and Soils Research Unit in Kimberly, ID, is requesting proposals for the procurement of advanced open path FTIR instruments. The requirements specify 22 FTIR systems paired with heavy-duty telescoping tripods, retroreflectors, and additional components such as multi-gas monostatic analyzers capable of continuous field operation in extreme climates. Key features include a wavelength range of 600-4200 cm-1, accurate measurement of gases like ammonia and methane, and the ability to analyze over 350 gas compounds simultaneously. The instruments must support multiple communication methods, full remote control, and reliable data transmission to central systems. Essential software for analysis is required to function on Windows 10, with options to save data in .csv format. The RFP also stipulates the provision of technical support, a rapid service turnaround, and specific delivery timelines for the instruments post-award. This request aligns with efforts to enhance environmental monitoring in agricultural settings and ensure reliability and ease of use in challenging working conditions.
Sep 4, 2024, 3:17 AM UTC
The USDA ARS has issued a Sources Sought notice for Open Path FTIR Equipment, aimed at gathering information on the availability and capability of potential suppliers. This notice is part of market research and does not solicit proposals or quotes. The focus is on obtaining equipment that integrates smoothly with existing Cerex monitoring systems, adhering to specified requirements outlined in the document. Interested vendors, including various classifications of small businesses, are encouraged to submit capability statements detailing their qualifications for providing the requested equipment. These statements must confirm their ability to meet the requirements, their Small Business Administration size standards, and relevant past project experiences. Vendors should refrain from including any proprietary or sensitive information in their submissions. The notice emphasizes that responses will be used to determine potential acquisition methods and may lead to a future solicitation on sam.gov. Vendors should submit their information by the designated deadline, with no obligation on the government's part to acknowledge or provide feedback on the submissions. This process underscores the government's effort to engage with small businesses while assessing market capabilities for specific equipment needs.
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