FT-IR Alpha II Platinum Spectrometer with ATR - Wyndmoor, PA

The USDA Agricultural Research Service has issued Request for Quotes number 1232SA25Q0582 for one FT-IR Alpha II Platinum Spectrometer with ATR capabilities for delivery to their facility in Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing and specifically seeks a Bruker Scientific A250-DII Alpha II Platinum Spectrometer or equivalent that meets detailed technical specifications including a small footprint of less than 10x15 inches, spectral range of 350-8000cm-1, signal-to-noise ratio greater than 55,000:1, and resolution better than 2cm-1. The instrument must include software for data collection and manipulation, report generation capabilities, and the ability to analyze both liquid and solid samples. The government will evaluate proposals using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria with two primary factors: Technical Capability and Price. Electronic quotes must be submitted by August 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM CDT to melissa.santos@usda.gov and must remain valid for at least 60 days.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to small businesses that maintain active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or specific award values, though it will result in a Firm Fixed Price contract structure. Vendors must submit quotes on company letterhead detailing item descriptions, unit pricing, and total costs for the single spectrometer unit. The place of performance is specified as the USDA/ARS/ERRC facility in Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania, with payment processing through the Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform. The procurement includes various federal compliance requirements including Buy American provisions, restrictions on telecommunications equipment, and certifications regarding small business status and veteran-owned business qualifications.