Chromatography / Adsorption Column System

Argonne National Laboratory, operating under the Department of Energy Office of Science, is procuring a pilot-scale Chromatography/Adsorption Column System capable of processing approximately 300 gallons per 8-hour shift. The system must feature at least 6 columns with flexible configuration, be constructed primarily of 316L stainless steel on a skid platform with programmable logic control (PLC), and include integrated conductivity and pH meters, flow meters, and pressure/temperature transmitters while complying with ASME pressure vessel and piping standards. Offerors must submit comprehensive documentation including Representations and Certifications (ANL-70B form), Request for Quotation (ANL-70 form), proposal materials, and evidence of Statement of Work compliance by the extended deadline of October 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM CDT to mollyhunter@anl.gov. The procurement will be awarded on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis, with evaluation factors including technical acceptability, country of origin compliance, delivery capability, demonstrated experience, and technical capabilities. All submissions will be reviewed first for technical acceptability and country of origin requirements before final pricing consideration.

This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors. No information regarding incumbents or current contractors is provided in the documentation. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the procurement requires domestic content compliance with 60-75% U.S. component costs depending on delivery year, and proposals must remain firm for 60 days with F.O.B. Destination or DAP Lemont, IL pricing under Incoterms 2020. The vendor will construct a single unit of the chromatography system at their facility with a delivery deadline of October 1, 2026, and must provide training and startup assistance at Argonne's facility. Performance will occur at the vendor's manufacturing location for system construction, with final installation, training, and startup services delivered at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois.