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Solicitation 140G0222Q0131 Attachment 2 Questions and Answers 01-05

01. What are the approximate number of samples for each isotopes? The resulting contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The quantities will vary from year to year; but will likely not exceed 50 per year, which is merely an estimate, not a guaranteed quantity.

02. Are all the 3 isotopes (Pb, Sr, and Nd) are required for all samples? Yes, Pb, Sr, and Nd are required for all samples.

03. What are the rock types? It is important to know regarding the digestion method. Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic including all subtypes therein. High-pressure digestion techniques must be used when ordered by the Government to ensure all resistive phases are completely dissolved.

04. What is the approximate amounts of Nd, Pb and Sr per each sample? Concentrations of Nd, Pb and Sr will vary from sample to sample and have not been predetermined.

05. Will the Government allow other than small businesses to compete? If the results of the small business set-aside are in the Government’s best interest, then No, other than small businesses will not be competitive for this contract opportunity. However, if the results of the small business set-aside competition are not in the Government’s best interest, then the Government may dissolve the small business set-aside requirement and allow other than small businesses compete for this contract opportunity.