SET ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESS: Differential Scanning Calorimeter System

The state and local contract opportunity, identified by the unique ID 67c6d7534b576289ce0613fc, is a procurement initiated by Fairfax City in Virginia for a Differential Scanning Calorimeter System. The procurement is specifically set aside for small businesses, indicating a targeted acquisition of scientific laboratory equipment. The contract seeks a high-precision scientific instrument typically used for analyzing the thermal properties and phase transitions of materials, which suggests the intended recipient is likely a research institution, academic laboratory, or municipal testing facility. The procurement was originally posted on October 22, 2007, with a remarkably short response window, closing on October 24, 2007, which implies an urgent or time-sensitive acquisition process. While specific technical specifications are not provided in the available information, differential scanning calorimeters are sophisticated analytical instruments used for measuring heat flow and thermal transitions in various substances, potentially indicating advanced research or quality control applications.

The contract opportunity is explicitly designated as a set-aside for small businesses, which means only qualifying small businesses can submit proposals for this procurement. This designation is designed to provide opportunities for smaller enterprises and potentially local Virginia-based businesses to compete for government contracts. The short timeline between posting and closing dates suggests a streamlined procurement process with minimal bureaucratic complexity. While specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the provided information, such specialized scientific equipment typically ranges from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on capabilities and manufacturer. The procurement's focus on a specific jurisdiction (Fairfax City) within Virginia implies a localized procurement effort, potentially tied to a specific departmental or institutional need that requires this specialized analytical instrument.