Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 1232SA26Q0988
- Agency
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Agricultural Research Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Place of performance
- Fargo, North Dakota 58102, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service seeks quotations for a Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer, with quotes due August 21, 2026 and questions due July 28. This is a total small business set-aside; only small business concerns (1,000 employees or fewer) may submit.
Place of performance and delivery is Fargo, North Dakota. The requirement is for one laboratory-grade NIRS system with integrated autosampler capable of nondestructive compositional analysis of whole grain cereal samples. The system must be fully compatible with existing proprietary FOSS calibration libraries maintained by USDA ARS without requiring redevelopment or conversion of calibration models, and must support validated calibrations for protein, moisture, fat, fiber, ash, and starch. Required deliverables include the analyzer, automatic sample changer, manufacturer-supplied cereal grain calibration package, operating software, workstation computer with accessories, initial operator training, three custom calibration transfers or equivalent manufacturer calibration support, one year of manufacturer preventative maintenance agreement, delivery, installation, and on-site operator training. Delivery is required within 90 days after award.
NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. PSC code is 6640, Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. Quotations must include detailed specifications demonstrating capability to provide the required system; quotes offering the equipment as described without comparative specification will not receive further consideration. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov at quote submission and award. Quotes must be submitted electronically to lynn.hults@usda.gov; faxed or hard copy submissions are not permitted. This is a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0988 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of a Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
This requirement is for Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer in accordance with the attached Specifications.
Vendors are required to be active and registered in the System for Award Management at www.sam.gov when submitting a quote and at time of award (FAR 52.204-7(b)(1)). Payment will be made utilizing the Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform at www.ipp.gov.
SAM.gov and IPP.gov are free, official websites of the United States government.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 pm Central Standard Time on Friday, August 21, 2026. Quotes must be submitted electronically, e-mailed to lynn.hults@usda.gov; no faxed or hard copy quotes are allowed.
Responses must include detailed specifications that show the capability of providing the required Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer. Quotes that merely offer to provide the equipment as described in the specifications without comparative specification will not receive further consideration for award.
Update #1 ·
Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0988 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of a Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
This requirement is for Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer in accordance with the attached Specifications.
Vendors are required to be active and registered in the System for Award Management at www.sam.gov when submitting a quote and at time of award (FAR 52.204-7(b)(1)). Payment will be made utilizing the Department of the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform at www.ipp.gov.
SAM.gov and IPP.gov are free, official websites of the United States government.
Quotes are due no later than 4:00 pm Central Standard Time on Friday, July 31, 2026. Quotes must be submitted electronically, e-mailed to lynn.hults@usda.gov; no faxed or hard copy quotes are allowed.
Responses must include detailed specifications that show the capability of providing the required Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer. Quotes that merely offer to provide the equipment as described in the specifications without comparative specification will not receive further consideration for award.
The final day for question submission is 3:00 pm Central Standard Time on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| C04a_1232SA26Q0988 Signed.pdf | ||
| C04_CSS_Commerical Products and Services_Revised 6 May 26 1232SA26Q0988.docx | DOCX document | |
| C04a_1232SA26Q0988 Signed.pdf | ||
| C04b_Technical Specifications 1232SA26Q0988.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy (NIRS) Grain Analyzer | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation |
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