Microwave Digester to dissolve materials in acid solutions

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the specifications for a Microwave Digestion System.

• The system must have enhanced corrosion resistance to withstand regular exposure to hydrochloric acid and aqua regia.

• The system must feature automated acid removal.

• The system shall utilize a pressure digestion cavity, not a rotor-based system.

• The system must be capable of reaching temperatures up to 300°C and pressures up to 199 bar.

• The system must include an integrated cooling system.

• Delivery time shall be within 12 weeks of the vendor's receipt of the purchase order.

• Specific details regarding contract numbers and other administrative information are redacted.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Microwave Digestion System. The government is procuring a "Brand Name or Equal To" requirement for this system. This procurement is set aside for small businesses.

• The digestor must have enhanced corrosion resistance to withstand hydrochloric acid and aqua regia.

• It must feature automated acid removal.

• It must utilize a pressure digestion cavity (not rotor-based).

• It must reach temperatures up to 300°C and pressures up to 199 bar.

• An integrated cooling system is required.

• Delivery must be within 12 weeks of purchase order receipt.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a Firm Fixed Priced contract.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Payment terms are Net 30.

• Quotes are due by 5/6/2026 at 4:00 p.m. CT.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Laura Quave at laura.a.quave@nasa.gov.

• All contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing (email) to Laura Quave by 5/5/2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT. Telephone questions will not be accepted.

• Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.

• Quotes must include Cage Code & UEI #, ARO delivery time/Lead Time, shipping information (if applicable), and any discounts.

• The government will not pay with a credit card.

• The 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.

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334516.

• The solicitation incorporates various FAR and NFS clauses by reference, including those related to duty-free entry, place of manufacture, and export licenses.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the specifications for a Microwave Digestion System.

• The system must have enhanced corrosion resistance to withstand regular exposure to hydrochloric acid and aqua regia.
• Automated acid removal capabilities are required.
• The system shall utilize a pressure digestion cavity, not a rotor-based system.
• The digestor must be capable of reaching temperatures up to 300°C and pressures up to 199 bar.
• An integrated cooling system is a required component.

Not specified in this document.

Corrosion resistance, automated acid removal, pressure digestion cavity, temperature and pressure capabilities, and integrated cooling system are specified.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

NASA/NSSC has a requirement for a Microwave Digester to dissolve materials in acid solutions. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to ANTON PAAR USA, INC. This procurement is for Commercial items or services using FAR Part 12. Performance will be located at NASA/Glenn Research Center (GRC).

• Procurement of a Microwave Digester for dissolving materials in acid solutions.

• The contract is intended to be sole source to ANTON PAAR USA, INC.

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334516.

• Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact.

• Submission deadline: 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on 4/21/2026.

• Submitted capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis.

• Oral communications are not acceptable.

• This notice is to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted; the government reserves the right to not compete.

• NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The Center Ombudsman contact information can be found at the provided link.