Purchase of ColorTouch Spectrophotometer from Industrial Physics
ID: 2025-LGD-0129Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f9a2092e49904a23b9b0bfe407db993a/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 18, 2025, 9:30 PM UTC
Description

The Library of Congress intends to award a sole-source contract to Industrial Physics for the procurement of a ColorTouch Spectrophotometer, which is essential for enhancing its quality assurance program in testing materials according to ISO standards. This specialized equipment will replace outdated instruments and is critical for the Preservation Research and Testing Division to ensure high standards in the preservation of library collections. The contract includes the supply of the spectrophotometer, installation, user training, and a one-year warranty, with delivery expected within eight weeks of the purchase order and installation three weeks post-delivery. Interested parties can contact James Robinson at jarobinson@loc.gov or Jacqueline Miller at jacmiller@loc.gov for further information, with the contract valued below $250,000 and the performance period running from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Point(s) of Contact
James Robinson
jarobinson@loc.gov
Jacqueline Miller
jacmiller@loc.gov
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QA Spectrophotometer JA_Redacted.pdf
Apr 3, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The justification and approval document outlines the Library of Congress's decision to award a sole-source contract to Industrial Physics for a specialized spectrophotometer. This equipment is crucial for the Preservation Research and Testing Division (PRTD) to carry out quality assurance testing in line with ISO standards for materials used in the storage and preservation of library collections. The document references various legal provisions allowing for limited competition due to the unique requirements of the Library. Despite the availability of similar equipment in the market, only the selected contractor can meet the specific technical capabilities needed by the PRTD. The total estimated value for the contract spans the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The contracting officer certifies the justification for sole-source procurement, stating it meets all necessary regulations, and asserts that the pricing is fair and reasonable based on comparative analysis. This action highlights the Library's approach to ensuring high standards in preservation practices while adhering to federal procurement laws.
QA Spectrophotometer SOW.docx
Apr 3, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The Library of Congress requires the procurement of a benchtop spectrophotometer to enhance its quality assurance program for testing papers and boards according to multiple ISO standards. This new equipment will replace outdated instruments that are no longer supported. The contract includes the supply of the spectrophotometer, installation, user training, and a one-year warranty covering all parts and services. Key specifications demand compliance with specific ISO standards, advanced optical geometry, and robust performance metrics, including the ability to measure various properties of materials. The performance obligations set delivery within eight weeks of the purchase order, with installation scheduled three weeks post-delivery. Operations will occur at the Library's Madison Building in Washington, DC, with work hours aligned with federal guidelines. This procurement emphasizes the Library’s commitment to advancing its testing capabilities to protect and maintain its collections effectively.
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