Sources Sought Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer
ID: NB646050-25-02231Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6f4492b835c74a328ebe8bfe41f18edf/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking to procure a mobile quadrupole mass spectrometer to support its Direct Air Capture studies. This advanced instrument is essential for measuring materials from sorbents under temperature cycling and analyzing gas-solid reactions, which are critical for evaluating candidate sorbent materials for carbon capture technology. The procurement emphasizes the need for high sensitivity, operational capabilities, and integration with data analysis software, with a firm delivery timeline of 16 weeks and a one-year warranty following delivery. Interested suppliers should submit their quotes via email by the specified deadline, and for further inquiries, they can contact Lisa Stevens at lisa.stevens@nist.gov or by phone at 252-422-2097.

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    Lisa Stevens
    (252) 422-2097
    lisa.stevens@nist.gov
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    NB646050-25-02231 RFQ Unrestricted LPTA.pdf
    This document represents a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items under solicitation number NB646050-25-02231 for a Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer. The request is conducted through Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Simplified Acquisition Procedures and is unrestricted for any supplier, particularly small businesses under NAICS code 334516. The primary evaluation criteria will be the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), focusing on technical capability and price. Offerors must submit their quotes via email on letterhead by a specified deadline, including detailed information showcasing their capability to meet requirements. Additional provisions outline compliance with various regulations concerning telecommunications equipment, labor standards, and certifications. Key requirements include a firm fixed price, delivery timeline of 16 weeks to the specified address, and acknowledgment of applicable regulations impacting the procurement process. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of detailed compliance and technical demonstration in quotations for governmental procurement while adhering to federal guidelines.
    NB646050-25-02231 Statement of Work.pdf
    The Chemical Sciences Division of NIST is seeking to acquire a mobile quadrupole mass spectrometer to support Direct Air Capture studies. The instrument will facilitate the measurement of materials from sorbents under temperature cycling and analyze gas-solid reactions, providing insights into candidate sorbent materials for carbon capture. Key specifications include an operational inlet pressure range, a mass range capability up to 200 amu, and high sensitivity with a detection limit of 10 parts per billion. Additional requirements encompass a heated transfer line, variable-energy ionization, and integration with software that enables detailed data collection and analysis. The contractor is responsible for delivering the equipment within 16 weeks and providing a one-year warranty. Following delivery, NIST will conduct inspections and performance tests to ensure compliance with specifications. This acquisition is critical for advancing NIST's research in carbon capture technology.
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