FLUOROMETER
ID: 140G0225Q0099Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2b47c2e0c0664c41b8fa016814f02627/view
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking quotes for a fluorometer to enhance its analytical capabilities at the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center (UMESC). This equipment is essential for analyzing chlorophyll a, phycoerythrin, phycocyanin, and colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM), which are critical for studying harmful algal blooms and their toxins in U.S. water resources. The procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 334516, and the selected vendor will be required to adhere to Federal Acquisition Regulations and maintain compliance with quality control standards. Interested parties must submit their quotes by August 4, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov.

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    Herberholz, Travis
    (000) 000-0000
    therberholz@usgs.gov
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is issuing Request for Quotes (RFQ) number 140G0225Q0099 for a fluorometer to enhance its analytical capabilities at the Organic Geochemistry Research Laboratory in Lawrence, KS. This equipment will analyze chlorophyll a, phycoerythrin, phycocyanin, and colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM), which are integral to studying harmful algal blooms and their toxins in U.S. water resources. The fluorometer's specifications include high sensitivity for detecting low biomolecule concentrations, data export capabilities, and annual maintenance contracts. The solicitation emphasizes a small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516 for analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing. Participation requires adherence to cited Federal Acquisition Regulations, a commitment to environmental considerations, and the submission of all quotes by August 4, 2025. The awarded vendor's performance will be monitored for compliance with quality control standards, and the contractor must remain up-to-date with various legal and technical requirements, ensuring the fluorometer can be effectively integrated into ongoing water safety initiatives.
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