Brunauer–Emmett–Teller Surface Area Analyzer
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotations for a Brunauer–Emmett–Teller Surface Area Analyzer. This unrestricted acquisition seeks to procure essential laboratory equipment for agricultural research, specifically for measuring surface area and pore distribution of soils. The government intends to award a single Firm-Fixed Price contract. Questions are due by May 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT, and quotes are due by May 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) surface area and pore distribution analyzer. This instrument will be used for measuring the surface area and pore distribution of soils and other materials, critical for soil health and fertility research, and to support interagency agreements with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Key Technical Requirements
- Functionality: Measures surface area and micro/mesopore distribution.
- Performance: Two analysis stations with less than 2% repeatability.
- Accessories: Must include a degassing accessory with 8 stations and 2 heating zones.
- Speed: Capable of 5-point BET analysis on two samples in under 20 minutes.
- Documentation: User manuals must be provided.
- Delivery: To 10300 Baltimore Avenue, BLDG 001, RM 124, BARC-West, Beltsville, MD 20705, within 120 days of award.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (all responsible sources may submit a quotation).
- NAICS: 334516 (1,000 Employees small business size standard).
- Government Intent: One award is anticipated.
- Clauses: Incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses, including those for commercial products, Buy American provisions, anti-discrimination, and electronic funds transfer.
Submission & Evaluation
- Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance.
- Award Basis: Award will be made to the quoter representing the best value to the Government, not necessarily the lowest-priced quoter.
- Pricing: Pricing must be provided for all line items to be considered responsive.
- Offer Validity: Offers must be valid for 90 calendar days from receipt.
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Key Dates & Contact
- Questions Due: May 01, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time.
- Quotes Due: May 01, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Contact: lynn Hults, lynn.hults@usda.gov.