Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

Code 423490
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The NAICS code 423490 for Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers encompasses a broad range of specialized scientific, professional, and laboratory equipment procurement activities. These wholesalers distribute advanced technological instruments, precision measurement devices, research apparatus, and specialized equipment across various scientific and professional domains. The category includes products used in research, medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, law enforcement training, and technical development environments.

Federal contract awards under this NAICS code demonstrate significant diversity, with procurements ranging from $4,500 to $1,332,068 in total value. Common funding agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of State, and Department of Homeland Security. Many awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders for laboratory equipment such as PCR systems, microscopes, scientific sensors, and specialized training equipment. Small business set-asides are frequently employed, with total small business and HUBZone designations being common. Contractors like Government Scientific Source Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Fisher Scientific consistently receive awards across multiple federal agencies, primarily in locations like Atlanta, GA, Ada, OK, and various research facilities nationwide.

Recent federal contract opportunities under this NAICS code focus on sophisticated scientific and professional equipment procurement. The Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory has posted multiple solicitations for specialized laboratory instruments like photoluminescence microscopes, robotic manipulators, and scientific measurement systems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention seeks equipment such as real-time PCR systems and mercury analyzers. The Department of State and Department of Homeland Security have opportunities for crisis preparedness equipment, training aids, and field investigation tools. Performance locations are predominantly in research facilities across the United States, with a strong emphasis on scientific research, environmental monitoring, and specialized professional applications.

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