Three (3) Rigaku Icon-X Handheld 1064nm Raman Spectrometers - Brand Name

This document is a federal Brand-Name Justification to limit a procurement to the Rigaku Icon-X handheld 1064nm Raman spectrometer. Issued by the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) in Cincinnati, OH, the procurement seeks three spectrometers, including commercial spectral libraries and a three-year warranty, to identify narcotics, precursors, and cutting agents in mail facilities and field operations. Prepared under FAR 13.106-1(b) and FAR 11.105, the justification explains that the procurement's estimated value falls below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Market research evaluating fourteen competing instruments from manufacturers like Thermo Fisher, Agilent, Metrohm, and SIMTRUM revealed that only the Rigaku Icon-X meets all mandatory technical specifications. Key unique characteristics of the Icon-X include its 1064 nm laser wavelength (necessary to suppress fluorescence on dark or mixed samples), a 490 mW maximum laser power, and a 6-13 cm-1 spectral resolution. Additionally, the instrument ensures interoperability and mission continuity through its established workflow, lack of user calibration requirements, and compatibility with the NFCC's existing 13,200+ entry library. To promote competition, the solicitation will be conducted on an unrestricted basis. Any authorized, responsible resellers capable of supplying the brand-name Rigaku Icon-X may compete on price.

This federal Request for Quotations (RFQ No. OC-OCS-26-C-4920) is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to acquire three new Rigaku Icon-X handheld 1064nm Raman spectrometers. This is an unrestricted, brand-name-only procurement under FAR Parts 12 and 13; "or equal" products will not be evaluated. The procurement is for the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) in Cincinnati, Ohio, and includes the spectrometers, standard accessories, CommandSuite software, user training for up to six users per instrument, and a three-year manufacturer's warranty. Quotes will only be accepted from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized Rigaku dealers/resellers who can provide proof of authorization. Used, refurbished, or gray-market equipment is strictly prohibited. Key details of the solicitation include: * **NAICS Code:** 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) * **Delivery:** F.O.B. Destination to Cincinnati, OH within 90 days of contract award * **Award Type:** Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) responsible bidder * **Submission Requirements:** Quotes must include complete pricing, proof of OEM authorization, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), and a completed telecommunications representation. The deadline for written questions is July 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Final quotes must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer James Jenrette by July 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.