PSC Code H366 encompasses inspection instruments and laboratory equipment, covering a wide range of specialized scientific and technical measurement tools and services. These include calibration, maintenance, certification, and testing of advanced laboratory equipment such as microscopes, spectroscopy instruments, gas chromatography systems, radiation detection devices, and environmental monitoring equipment. The category supports critical research, quality assurance, and compliance functions across multiple federal agencies and scientific disciplines.
Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate consistent procurement patterns, with contract values ranging from approximately $4,000 to $853,909 and typical durations spanning six months to five years. Common funding agencies include the Department of Veterans Affairs, Environmental Protection Agency, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Forest Service, and Department of Agriculture. Many awards are issued as firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders, with no set-aside designation or small business set-aside provisions. Frequently awarded entities include Instron (Illinois Tool Works), Teledyne FLIR, PerkinElmer, Bio-Rad Laboratories, and specialized scientific services firms like Health Systems Sciences LLC. Performance locations are predominantly across research facilities, medical centers, and federal laboratories in states such as California, Wisconsin, Tennessee, and Florida.
The Federal Contract Opportunity demonstrates continued demand for specialized calibration and technical services, specifically highlighting the Federal Highway Administration's need for materials laboratory calibration services. The opportunity, posted for January 2026, seeks comprehensive calibration, standardization, and check services for laboratory materials and testing instruments in Sevierville, Tennessee. The solicitation requires compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 certification and AASHTO/ASTM standards, targeting specialized equipment across soil, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete testing domains. The estimated contract value is approximately $60,000 for a one-year performance period, with specific requirements for detailed calibration certificates and on-site service capabilities.