Microwave Digester to dissolve materials in acid solutions

SOL #: 80NSSC26929758QSolicitation

Overview

Buyer

National Aeronautics And Space Administration

NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER

STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6d35a2e28596494cbb9cfd6e68638949/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 17, 2026

Last Updated

May 19, 2026

Submission Deadline

May 6, 2026, 9:00 PM

Qualification Details

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 Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), specifically the NASA Shared Services Center, is soliciting quotes for a Microwave Digestion System to dissolve materials in acid solutions. This is a Brand Name or Equal To requirement. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT.

Scope of Work

The required Microwave Digestion System must meet specific technical specifications:

Enhanced corrosion resistance to withstand hydrochloric acid and aqua regia.
Automated acid removal capabilities.
Utilize a pressure digestion cavity, not a rotor-based system.
Capable of reaching temperatures up to 300°C and pressures up to 199 bar.
Include an integrated cooling system.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced.
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Delivery: Within 12 weeks of purchase order receipt (FOB Destination).
Quotes Due: May 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT.
Questions Due: May 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT (via email only).
Quote Validity: 30 days.
Contact: Laura Quave (laura.a.quave@nasa.gov, 228-813-6420).

Submission & Evaluation

Submission: Quotes must be emailed to laura.a.quave@nasa.gov. All correspondence should reference Notice ID 80NSSC26929758Q in the subject line.
Required Information: Quotes must include Cage Code & UEI #, ARO delivery time/Lead Time, shipping information (if applicable), and any discounts.
Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from consideration.
Payment: The government will not pay with a credit card.

Additional Notes

NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies).
Eligibility: Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.
This opportunity was modified on May 4, 2026, to compete as a small business set-aside, add an RFQ, and revise the SOW, superseding previous sole-source intentions.