NMR Spectrometry

The Department of Energy is procuring a comprehensive 500 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometer system for Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory's Molecular Foundry facility in Berkeley, California. The procurement includes not only the advanced NMR equipment with digital console, magnet system, autosampler, and solid-state probe with automated tuning capabilities, but also encompasses decommissioning of the existing system, complete installation of the new system, and comprehensive training for laboratory personnel. Offerors must submit a completed and signed Representations and Certifications form with their proposals and must clearly identify any deviations from the detailed technical specifications provided. The solicitation requires compliance with LBNL radiation and safety standards, and all electrical equipment must be approved by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. Proposals are due August 1, 2025, providing contractors with only one week from the July 25, 2025 posting date to prepare and submit their responses.

This opportunity does not utilize any small business set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors capable of providing analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing services. The procurement timeline specifies that the new NMR system must be delivered within 6 months of subcontract agreement, with installation completion required within 60 days of delivery and comprehensive user and maintenance training completed within 60 days of system acceptance. The contract will be performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California, and includes requirements for the contractor to safely quench and remove the existing magnet system while installing the new 500 MHz system with its associated components including variable temperature cooling unit, Topsin software, and 24-position autosampler. The successful contractor must provide training for at least four users and comply with extensive insurance requirements, including maintaining liability coverage for three years after contract completion if written on a claims-made basis.