Purchase Order 140G0225P0024

This is a firm fixed-price purchase order contract awarded by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to Boise State University, doing business as Starbucks Licensed Store, for geochronology analysis of volcanic ash samples. The contract has a ceiling value of $11,000.00 and a performance period ending on March 30, 2026. Boise State University, a public research university, will provide specialized services related to the separation and analysis of zircon mineral samples from tephra (volcanic ash) using advanced techniques such as laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) and chemical abrasion isotope dilution thermal ionization mass spectrometry (CA-ID-TIMS). This contract is not associated with a set-aside program, and the original solicitation was issued as a Special Notice, targeting small businesses in the testing laboratories and services sector. The contract demonstrates Boise State University's expertise in supporting federal agencies like the USGS with advanced geological research services.