Methane Gas 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 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking proposals for one (1) Methane Gas Analyzer, brand name or equal to the Aeris Technologies MIRA Ultra (Part Number 95.000053). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 1333MJ26Q0009). The analyzer must utilize Mid-infrared Absorption (MIRA) technology and offer high-precision, parts-per-billion (ppb) measurement capabilities for Methane (CH4) and Ethane (C2H6). Offers are due May 8, 2026, at 1300 EST.
Scope of Work
NOAA requires a highly portable, lightweight commercial methane gas analyzer suitable for various deployments (benchtop, mobile laboratory, tower, drone/aircraft). Key technical requirements include:
- Mid-infrared Absorption (MIRA) technology.
- High-precision (1 ppb for CH4 in 1 second at ~2000 ppb CH4) measurement of CH4 and C2H6 dry mole fractions.
- Integration with a Nafion dryer, external pump, and flow control.
- Near real-time automated data transmission.
- Data output via ethernet or USB.
- Optical component size no larger than 7" x 8" x 5".
- Power consumption less than 25W at steady state.
- Compatibility in size, power, and electrical/data connections with the Aeris MIRA Ultra portable gas analyzer.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 1333MJ26Q0009)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product/Service Code: 6630 - Chemical Analysis Instruments
- Delivery: FOB Boulder, CO, within 60 days After Receipt Of Order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Boulder, CO.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: May 8, 2026, at 1300 EST.
- Submission: Offers must be sent to Darrin Moore at darrin.moore@noaa.gov.
- Evaluation: Best-value, tradeoff process where non-price criteria are significantly more important than price. The Government may award based on initial quotes without discussions. Quotations should include full product details and demonstrate experience.
- Notes: The Department of Commerce utilizes the FedConnect® web portal for contract administration; registration is required. Solicitation provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference and accessible at www.acquisition.gov.