USCG Academy LabRAM Odyssey Raman Microscope
ID: 70Z02324QCGASCOPEType: Special Notice
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bbbc7c40114d477f8776dac410101c1a/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), intends to award a sole source contract for a LabRAM Odyssey Raman Microscope to HORIBA Instruments Inc. This procurement aims to acquire a specialized analytical instrument that is crucial for the USCG Academy's Marine Science, Chemical and Environmental Science, and Physics faculty to conduct research projects and capstone studies. The unique capabilities of this microscope are essential for advancing the Academy's scientific research initiatives, and it is only available through HORIBA Instruments Inc., with no alternative resellers. Interested vendors may submit documentation demonstrating their ability to provide similar services, but the decision to compete this requirement remains at the discretion of the Government. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Alan Boucher at Alan.C.Boucher@uscg.mil or by phone at 571-607-3000.

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    Alan Boucher
    (571) 607-3000
    Alan.C.Boucher@uscg.mil
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