LI-COR LI-7820 N2O/H2O Trace Gas Analyzer, Analyzer T-split Tubing, and 3-year all inclusive service agreement
ID: 12405B25Q0007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS SEA AAO ACQ/PER PROPSTONEVILLE, MS, 38776, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8d5483e3cc3e42e89b70c81f5e3ff6b0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking sources for the procurement of a LI-COR LI-7820 N2O/H2O Trace Gas Analyzer, along with associated tubing and a comprehensive three-year service agreement. The primary requirement is for a high-precision, portable N2O analyzer suitable for soil flux measurements and atmospheric monitoring, with specific technical specifications outlined for performance and connectivity. This equipment is crucial for conducting environmental research and monitoring gas emissions, thereby supporting the USDA's mission in agricultural research. Interested parties are encouraged to respond in writing to this Sources Sought Notice, with inquiries directed to Cecilia McNamee at cecilia.mcnamee@usda.gov or by phone at 985-232-8289, as this notice is for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cecilia McNamee
    (985) 232-8289
    cecilia.mcnamee@usda.gov
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