Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) analyz

The U.S. Geological Survey Astrogeology Science Center is procuring a Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) analyzer to support space instrument development projects through this Request for Quotation. The agency seeks a compact geochemical instrument, specifically a StellarNet Porta LIBS System or equivalent, capable of analyzing major oxide and trace elements including Mg, Al, Si, Ti, K, Ca, Fe, and Na, with preference for instruments that can also analyze Li, Mn, Ni, and Zn. The analyzer must collect spectra within one minute and be portable with specifications requiring the equipment to weigh under 25 pounds and have a largest dimension under 3 feet. Offerors will be evaluated based on recent relevant experience, past performance within the last 2 years with preference given to those with federal agency experience, and their firm fixed price quotation. Potential contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and submit quotations electronically to vnuno@usgs.gov by September 12, 2025, at 1200 Eastern Time.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small businesses only. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or specific competitors beyond referencing the StellarNet Porta LIBS System as the preferred model. No specific contract value or budget range is disclosed in the available documentation. The period of performance spans from September 22, 2025, to December 22, 2025, with delivery of the instrument required by December 22, 2025. The instrument may need to integrate with an existing StellarNet Black Comet spectrometer, suggesting the equipment will be used at the USGS Astrogeology Science Center facilities.