66--MINI SPECTROMETERS

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing mini spectrometers as described in the required features and specifications attached. This sources sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code - 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with the associated size standard of 1,000 employees apply to this announcement.

All responsible sources may submit a brochure and/or technical specifications detailing the ability of meeting the required features and specifications included with this announcement.

Interested parties shall explain how offerings meet, exceed, or differ from each Salient Characteristic. Merely providing technical specifications without direct comparison is insufficient for evaluation. An addendum may be included with submittal.

Responses to this announcement shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to thuot@usgs.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 01/14/2026 at 1700 PD. Responses submitted by hardcopy or the SAM web portal shall not be accepted or considered.