Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis
Closed Solicitation Posted
This opportunity was awarded. See its 2 award notices in the notice history.
- Solicitation number
- 1232SA26Q0901
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 325180 Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6810 Chemicals
- Place of performance
- North Dakota 58102, United States
- Points of contact
-
- Brian Fien brian.fien@usda.gov (510) 955-2760
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service seeks quotations for styrene and catechol for radiochemical synthesis, with responses due September 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT. This is an unrestricted, commercial-items RFQ with no set-aside; all responsible sources may submit.
Place of performance is Fargo, North Dakota (USDA-ARS Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center, 1616 Albrecht Boulevard North, Fargo, ND 58102). The requirement specifies delivery of two radioactive chemical products within 60 days of award: 500 microcuries of ¹⁴C-Catechol in dichloromethane solvent and 500 microcuries of ¹⁴C-Styrene in hexane solvent. Both items must meet minimum requirements of greater than 98% chemical and radiochemical purity at a specific activity of at least 50 millicurie/millimole. The contractor must provide prompt notice of shipping to allow facility staff proper notifications and ensure qualified personnel handle receipt of the radiological chemicals. A 30-day inspection period following receipt is standard to verify chemical purity specifications have been met.
Quoters must provide pricing for all items to be considered responsive and hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from quote receipt. Shipping terms default to F.O.B. Destination; quoters specifying F.O.B. Origin must include estimated shipping costs. The NAICS code is 325180, Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing; PSC is 6810. Award will be firm fixed-price to a single contractor using the lowest-price technically-acceptable approach, where only the lowest-priced quote receives technical evaluation. Evaluation criteria are price (fairness and reasonableness per FAR 12.204), technical acceptability (products must meet or exceed all salient characteristics with supporting documentation), and past performance (rated acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable). Quoters must provide Material Safety Data Sheets and certifications regarding child labor, Buy American compliance, and anti-discrimination compliance. Quotes should be sent to Brian Fien at Brian.Fien@usda.gov with the solicitation title and number 1232SA26Q0901 as the subject line.
Notice text
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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 separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0901 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 325180. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis
Price Schedule
See attached specifications for pricing submission
- Solicitation Attachments
The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the “Attachments/Links” section of the posting.- Attachment 1 – Terms and Conditions
- Attachment 2 – Statement of Work
Quotes are due on 09/28/2026 at 12:00 PM pdt by email to Brian Fien at Brian.Fien@usda.gov. You must include the solicitation title name and number as the subject line of the email.
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 separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0901 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 325180. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis
Price Schedule
See attached specifications for pricing submission
- Solicitation Attachments
The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the “Attachments/Links” section of the posting.- Attachment 1 – Terms and Conditions
- Attachment 2 – Statement of Work
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| C04c_Attachment 2 - Specifications_1232SA26Q0901.pdf | ||
| C04b_Attachment 1 - Terms and Conditions_1232SA26Q0901.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis | Award Notice | |
| Styrene and Catechol for Radiochemical Synthesis | Solicitation | |
| Replacement of Actuators on two exhaust fans in Schriever, LA | Award Notice |
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