ESLfemto Laser Ablation System
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 140D0426Q0057
- Agency
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Interior Business Center
Office of Policy Management and Budget, Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- Not on record
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center, acting on behalf of a Department of War agency, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of an ESLfemto Laser Ablation System, a specialized analytical laboratory instrument. This is a brand-name-only procurement specifically for an Elemental Scientific Lasers imageGEO193 model with defined technical specifications including a Dual Concentric Injector, repetition rates of 1-500 Hz (with optional 1000 Hz capability), spot sizes ranging from 1-240 micrometers, and integrated software for data reduction and laser ablation control. The Government is seeking industry feedback on draft Statements of Work, capability statements from interested vendors, and confirmation of vendors' ability to maintain Authorized Reseller certification. Responses to this voluntary RFI are due by February 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM Eastern Time and must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Carlos F. Saldarriaga at carlos_saldarriaga@ibc.doi.gov with "ESLfemto system" in the subject line. Submissions must not exceed 10 pages (excluding cover sheet and SOW feedback), be formatted in .doc, .docx, or PDF in Times New Roman 11-point font, and address 14 specific questions regarding requirements, capabilities, and acquisition strategy.
No set-aside designation has been applied to this procurement opportunity. The solicitation requires delivery of one complete ESLfemto laser ablation system with installation services for North America, with delivery required no later than 8 weeks after receipt of award to James Woods at Shine LLC in Charlottesville, Virginia. The Government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract and is seeking vendor input on feasibility, alternative contract structures, teaming arrangements, past performance experience, and existing contract vehicles such as GSA Schedule or government-wide acquisition contracts. While specific pricing information is not disclosed in the RFI, the procurement encompasses a comprehensive system package including the laser instrument, sample chamber, control software, training, warranty coverage, and related installation services. The NAICS classification for this procurement is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), which will determine socioeconomic status eligibility for interested vendors responding to the RFI.
Notice text
E-mail: Correspond directly with the Contracting Officer, Carlos F. Saldarriaga, at carlos_saldarriaga@ibc.doi.gov. Responses submitted by any other method will not be accepted or answered. Please ensure that your e-mail response has ESLfemto system in the subject line.
Issued by: This RFI/Sources Sought is being issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD), Interior Business Center (IBC), on behalf of a U.S. Department of War agency.
RFI Purpose: The Government is seeking information related to the ESLfemto system (Brand Name Only) and requests feedback from industry on the two (2) Attachment A and Attachment B. In addition, the Government is requesting capability statements from interested vendors. Interested vendors shall confirm within whether or not it is capable of maintaining Authorized Reseller certification.
Additional Information: Responses to this RFI are strictly voluntary and will not affect any vendors ability to submit a quote if, or when, a solicitation is released. This is being issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. Neither unsolicited quotes nor any other kinds of offers will be considered at this time. No entitlement to payment by the Government of direct or indirect costs or charges will arise as a result of the submission of information in response to this RFI/Sources Sought.
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