A--Zircon LA-MC-ICPMS
ID: 140G0326Q0014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFFICE OF ACQUISITON GRANTSSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AJ12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/05ffca2e57f5423e97b790f0dc09b9c3/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for in-situ laser-ablation split-stream (LASS) radiogenic isotope and trace element analysis services on zircon samples. The procurement requires six days of instrument time, maintenance for LASS-MC-ICPMS to ensure reproducibility of U/Pb and Hf ratios, 24-hour instrument access, technical support from a Ph.D. in analytical geochemistry, and data reduction services, with a performance period from January 2026 to January 2027. This opportunity is crucial for advancing geological research and ensuring accurate isotopic analysis, which is vital for various scientific applications. Interested parties must submit capability statements, including DUNS/UEI, business size, socioeconomic status, and relevant NAICS codes, via email to Joel Berberena at jberberena@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Berberena, Joel
    (000) 000-0000
    jberberena@usgs.gov
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Alaska Science Center, is conducting market research to find qualified sources for in-situ laser-ablation split-stream (LASS) radiogenic isotope and trace element analysis services on zircon samples. This is a Sources Sought announcement, not a request for quote, aimed at determining acquisition strategy. The NAICS code is 541380 Testing Laboratories. The USGS requires 6 days of instrument time, LASS-MC-ICPMS maintenance for reproducibility of U/Pb and Hf ratios, 24-hour instrument access, technical support from a Ph.D. in analytical geochemistry, and data reduction services. The period of performance is January 2026 to January 2027. Respondents must submit capability statements detailing experience with LASS-MC-ICPMS analysis, instrument and staff availability, and adherence to specific protocols (Cottle et al. 2009, 2012, 2013; Kylander-Clark et al. 2013). Submissions via email to Joel Berberena must include DUNS/UEI, business size, socioeconomic status, relevant NAICS codes, and contact information.
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