MINERAL SEPERATION ANALYSIS
ID: 140G0225Q0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- OTHER (B599)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bcf2384f865a4dc393afb59490767cac/view
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking quotes for specialized geochronological services, specifically focused on mineral separation and high-accuracy U-Pb dating of volcanic ash samples from a research core in Alaska. The objective of this procurement is to clarify the unknown ages of strata from the Cretaceous period, which is crucial for advancing petroleum resource research and understanding paleoclimatic conditions. The contract, set to run from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, requires the awardee to separate zircon from samples, conduct initial screening via laser-ablation inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS), and perform precise isotopic analysis using chemical-abrasion isotope-dilution thermal-ionization mass spectrometry (CA-ID-TIMS). Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov, adhering to the guidelines outlined in the solicitation, with all deliverables due within 180 days of contract ratification.

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    Herberholz, Travis
    (000) 000-0000
    therberholz@usgs.gov
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    A14__Sources_Sought_1.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey is issuing a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE to identify firms capable of providing geochronological sample analysis services for volcanic ash, specifically under NAICS code 541380 with a small business size standard of $19 million. This notice is for market research and not a solicitation, and responses are voluntary. Firms must demonstrate their ability to perform zircon separation from tephra samples, initial geochronologic screening using LA-ICP-MS, and high-precision geochronology through CA-ID-TIMS, ensuring reproducibility and accuracy in measurements. The successful contractor needs a track record in peer-reviewed literature for producing high-quality analytical results, including reporting of U-Pb isotope ratios and clear documentation of analytical protocols. Responses are encouraged from a range of small business classifications, including Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned firms. Interested parties must provide specific information by December 31, 2024, to assist the Government in determining acquisition strategies. The notice emphasizes that this is not a formal Request for Proposal and all future solicitations will be published on the Federal Business Opportunities website.
    Sol_140G0225Q0005.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is issuing Request for Quote (RFQ) number 140G0225Q0005, seeking specialized geochronological services, specifically for mineral separation and high-accuracy U-Pb dating of volcanic ash samples from a research core in Alaska. The initiative aims to clarify unknown ages of the strata from the Cretaceous period, significantly impacting petroleum resource research and understanding of paleoclimatic conditions. The contract, which will last from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, requires the awardee to separate zircon from samples, conduct initial screening via laser-ablation inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS), and perform subsequent precise isotopic analysis using chemical-abrasion isotope-dilution thermal-ionization mass spectrometry (CA-ID-TIMS). All deliverables, including detailed data reports and analyses, must be submitted within 180 days of the contract's ratification. Interested parties are encouraged to submit quotes via email, adhering to specified guidelines and technical requirements outlined in the solicitation. The project represents a critical step in understanding Alaska's geological and petroleum resource potential.
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