Accelerated Solvent Extraction (ASE) System

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center is seeking to procure an Accelerated Solvent Extraction (ASE) System for its Organic Geochemistry Laboratory through a competitive solicitation. The system must be a fully automated extraction device capable of processing solid and semi-solid samples at high temperatures (up to 200C) and pressures (up to 3000 psi), compliant with EPA Method 3545A. Vendors must submit a firm, fixed-price quote by May 15, 2025, at 1700 PD, and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Key contract requirements include providing a system that integrates with existing laboratory infrastructure, offers solvent-saving capabilities, and features a user-friendly interface. Potential bidders must specify the country of manufacture and meet the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334516 size standard of 1,000 employees.

The solicitation is a full and open competition with no specific set-aside designations. The period of performance is within 60 days from contract award, with delivery and installation scheduled at the USGS Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center in Santa Cruz, California. The successful contractor will be responsible for system installation, validation, user training, documentation, and providing a minimum one-year warranty. While specific award values are not detailed in the documentation, the procurement involves a single analytical laboratory instrument. Vendors must also comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions 52.204-24 and 52.204-26, which require disclosure of telecommunications and video surveillance equipment details to ensure national security compliance. The solicitation emphasizes the need for a comprehensive, high-performance scientific instrument that meets the precise technical specifications of the USGS research laboratory.