Statement of Work.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

PaperSpray Ionization Attachment

(PRODUCT)

GENERAL INFORMATION.

1.0 SCOPE OF WORK.

Vendor is to deliver a new PaperSpray Ionization attachment compatible with a BaySpec Portability(TM) mass spectrometer.

Features, Components, Accessories, Modules, Software and/or Services to be included:

(1) Include a reusable sample cartridge to hold porous paper substrates

(2) Include a means to apply voltages up to 3,000 volts to the sample cartridge (in #1) using power supplied through a BaySpec model Portability mass spectrometer

(3) Be capable of applying both positive and negative voltages to the sample cartridge

(4) Include software that permits control of the attachment by a BaySpec model Portability mass spectrometer

(5) Be physically compatible with attachment to a BaySpec model Portability mass spectrometer weigh less than 10 lb

2.0 BACKGROUND.

Mass spectrometers are used to collect information about the size of chemical components in a sample and how much of each component is present. Samples may be introduced to mass spectrometers by various means. Our need is for an attachment that holds samples of paper in front of the inlet for the mass spectrometer. A high voltage must be able to be applied to the paper in a manner that does not endager the operator. In the presence of high voltage, liquid that is applied to the paper forms very small droplets that are sprayed into the mass spectrometer.

Because sample orientation is critical, the paper strips must be housed in a cartridge to permit reproducible orientation. The mass spectrometer to which the unit will be attached is a BaySpec, Inc. model Portability(TM). Therefore the attachment must be compatible electronically, physically, and be controllable by the indicated mass spectrometer. Because the need is for a portable device, it is essential that the attachment not add undue weight or size to the existing (portable) instrument.

CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS.

3.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS/TASKS.

Technical Specifications:

1) Instrument must be capable of applying voltages up to 3,000 to paper strips in a manner safe for the operator (for example, have a protective housing)

2) Instrument must be capable of being switched between positive and negative voltages

3) Instrument must have a cartridge system within which paper strips can be attached to the power supply in a reproducible orientation

4) Instrument must be compatible with physical attachment to BaySpec model

Portability mass spectrometer

5) Instrument must be controllable by the same software that controls the BaySpec Portability mass spectrometer

6) Instrument must be powered through the BaySpec Portability mass spectrometer

4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED.

Government will supply a standard loading dock to accept delivery of the unit.

5.0 DELIVERABLES/SCHEDULE.

USDA-ARS-NCAUR, 1815 N. University St. Peoria, IL 61604

KEY DELIVERABLES:

Item No. Deliverable Objective Due

Delivery & Installation within 60 days after receipt of order

No later than 60 days after purchase order is provided to the vendor

6.0 TRAVEL.

Not applicable, this is a purchase.

7.0 CONTRACTOR’S KEY PERSONNEL.

Not applicable, this is a purchase.

8.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS.

A copy of an official government photo ID (State-issued driver’s license or ID card, passport, green card, etc.) must be provided no later than one week before arrival of contract service technician(s) except in the case of emergency service, were only the name of the technician provided via email or telephone will be necessary. Security access to the NCAUR facility will be provided based on this identification requirement. Freight drivers must comply with NCAUR COVID-19 pandemic guidelines to include the wearing of face masks and maintaining 6 foot social distancing.

9.0 DATA RIGHTS.

N/A

10.0 SECTION 508 – ELECTRONIC AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STANDARDS.

This item is not considered to be a computer, per ARS guidance.

11.0 SECTION 889 OF THE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT CERTIFICATION

Offeror will represent that:

(1) It will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation.

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that It does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services.