B--Lead (Pb) isotope ratio measurements analyses on soil samples
ID: 140G0225Q0052Type: Sources Sought
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- CHEMICAL/BIOLOGICAL (B504)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a72c7ef3b5f2483ca9ca3b3bada345f3/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 8:30 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide laboratory analytical services for lead (Pb) isotope ratio measurements on soil samples at the Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center in Denver, Colorado. The procurement involves conducting 420 analyses using high-resolution inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (HR-ICP-MS), with a focus on comparing results to thermal ionization mass spectrometry (TIMS) methods. This initiative is crucial for assessing lead contamination sources in the environment, as the isotopic ratios can help trace contamination pathways. Interested parties must submit their capability statements, including size classification and contact details, by April 9, 2025, to Lisa Williams at ldwilliams@usgs.gov. This notice serves as a market research tool and is not a solicitation for proposals.

Point(s) of Contact
Williams, Lisa
(303) 236-9327
(303) 236-5859
ldwilliams@usgs.gov
Files
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Sources_Sought_Notice-Pb_Isotope_Ratio_Analysis_1.pdf
Apr 2, 2025, 3:06 PM UTC
This Sources Sought Notice serves as a market research initiative by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center in Denver, Colorado, to identify potential vendors for laboratory analytical services focused on lead (Pb) isotope ratio measurements of soil samples. The requirement includes 420 analyses using high-resolution inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (HR-ICP-MS), though comparisons with thermal ionization mass spectrometry (TIMS) are also ongoing. Contractors must have the means to digest soil samples and maintain stringent quality control standards during testing. The notice specifies that responses may influence whether procurement is set-aside for small businesses or opened to broader competition under NAICS Code 541380. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit their capabilities, indicating their size classification and providing relevant contact details. The deadline for submissions is April 9, 2025. This announcement is not a solicitation but a request for detailed information to assess market capacity. Inquiries should be directed via email to the designated USGS officer.
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