Spectrofluorometer and Autosampler IAW Salients

The U.S. Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants is seeking to procure a High Performance Spectrofluorometer and Autosampler through Request for Quote (RFQ) 140G0125Q0140. The specific equipment required includes an Aqualog-UV-800-C Spectrofluorometer capable of simultaneous absorbance and fluorescence measurement across 200-800 nm ranges with a 150W xenon arc lamp and thermoelectrically cooled CCD detector, along with a FAST-01-80 Aqualog A-TEEM Autosampler Accessory featuring temperature-controlled functionality and two 12-vial racks. The procurement also includes one day of on-site installation services by a manufacturer-qualified service engineer. The RFQ was issued on June 10, 2025, with written quotes due on June 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, and questions must be submitted to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov before June 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM. The anticipated contract award date is August 1, 2025, and vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.

This acquisition is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The equipment will replace an existing Horiba Scientific Aqualog-600 system currently in use by the USGS Northeast Area. The contractor must deliver the equipment to Troy, New York within 90 days from the date of receiving the purchase order. The solicitation includes comprehensive technical specifications and requires compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and FISMA security guidelines for IT systems. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit bids or quotations, which may be emailed directly to the contracting officer, and the procurement falls under PSC code 6640 for Laboratory Equipment and Supplies.