Rhodamine Water Tracer Dye IAW Salients
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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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Kansas Water Science Center is soliciting quotes (RFQ 140G0126Q0083) for the procurement and delivery of Rhodamine Water Tracer Dye IAW Salients. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Delivery is required within 30 days of receiving the purchase order to Lawrence, KS. Quotes are due by April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 1,000 lbs of Rhodamine WT liquid dye, specifically "Organic Dyes and Pigment, 113880R10 Rhodamine WT Liquid Dye," suitable for water flow analysis and tracing in rivers and streams. Key specifications include:
- Certification: National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) certified.
- Composition: 20% pure dye content by weight.
- Physical Properties: pH of 10.8 (10% solution), specific gravity of 1.15 – 1.16 g/ml at 25° C, completely miscible in water.
- Chemicals: Xanthene Dye, color index Acid Red 388, CAS no. 37299-86-8.
- Appearance: Dark red liquid, non-toxic, and non-carcinogenic.
- Packaging: Non-contaminating, chemically compatible, leak-proof, pressure-resistant 5-gallon containers with handles.
- Shipping: Containers must be adequately packed and palletized for safe common carrier arrival, secured against leaks, and clearly labeled.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 140G0126Q0083
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 325130, size standard 1050 employees)
- Delivery: Within 30 days from receipt of purchase order to USGS Kansas Water Science Center, 1217 Biltmore Drive, Lawrence KS 66049.
- Anticipated Award Date: May 1, 2026.
- Published Date: March 30, 2026.
- Quote Due Date: April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED.
- Questions Due Date: March 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must provide specifications of the items they are quoting with their submission. Evaluation will consider technical compliance and price, with technical compliance and past performance being equal in importance to price. The government intends to award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous. All responsible sources may submit a bid or quotation. Vendors must be registered at SAM.gov to be awarded the contract.
Contact Information
Questions and responses should be emailed to Cynthia Nicanor at cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov.