handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer

The U.S. Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants seeks to procure a handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer through Request for Quote 140G0125Q0228. The required equipment must be a new, lightweight handheld XRF analyzer weighing under 4 pounds with advanced technical capabilities including analysis of 40 or more elements, a large-area drift detector, built-in primary excitation filters, Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated GPS receiver, a 5-megapixel imaging camera, and a tiltable color LCD touch screen display. The equipment must be suitable for mining and soil analysis applications and include appropriate radiation safety features. Key requirements include vendor registration in SAM.gov and compliance with NAICS code 334513 manufacturing standards. The amended solicitation deadline for written quotes is December 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM ET, with the anticipated contract award date of December 23, 2025. Interested parties must submit responses via email to rlanderson@usgs.gov.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, with the applicable size standard of 750 employees under NAICS code 334513. The contract calls for delivery of the handheld XRF analyzer to Reston, Virginia within 56 days after receipt of order, with all associated laboratory equipment and supplies to be included as specified in the amended Statement of Need. The solicitation includes multiple line items for related laboratory equipment and supplies, including element analysis components, soil standard kits, field stands, and accessory items, all classified under Product/Service Code 6640 for Laboratory Equipment and Supplies with a quantity of one unit each. No incumbent contractor or award value range has been publicly disclosed in the available documentation. Performance will be at the Florence Bascom Geoscience Center with final delivery to Reston, Virginia.