Spectrometer, Mobile, Spectro Arc Spark, or Equal
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Portsmouth, on behalf of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, is soliciting quotations for a mobile Arc Spark Spectrometer and associated preventative maintenance (PM) services. This is an UNRESTRICTED Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ SPMYM326Q3110) evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Quotes are due by February 3, 2026, at 03:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- CLIN 0001: One (1) Spectro mobile Arc Spark spectrometer, or an equal, meeting specific technical requirements. Key features include a wheeled cart, rechargeable battery, power supply, argon supply and regulator, specific probe length and adapters, printer connection, calibration for various alloys (Iron, Nickel, Copper, Cobalt, Aluminum, Titanium), wavelength range of 185-670nm with Carbon, Phosphorus, and Sulfur detection, calibration/drift standards, 2 days of user training, and a calibration certificate.
- CLIN 0002: Mid-Warranty Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Training (2 days), to be conducted 6-9 months after initial setup.
- CLIN 0003-0005: Three (3) Option Year PM services, one per year, following the manufacturer's warranty expiration. All personnel performing work must be US citizens and comply with shipyard security requirements. The place of performance is Kittery, ME.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ SPMYM326Q3110)
- Period of Performance: One-time purchase with a 1-year warranty, followed by three (3) option years for PM services.
- FOB Terms: Destination
- Required Delivery Date (RDD): April 1, 2026
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees)
- FSC Code: 6630 (Chemical Analysis Instruments)
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: February 3, 2026, 03:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Offers shall be emailed to Emily.Kritzman@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award may be made without discussions.
- Key Requirements for Offerors:
- Submit descriptive literature demonstrating how the quotation meets required specifications.
- Complete attached provisions 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 252.204-7016, and 252.204-7019.
- Must be registered and active in SAM.gov.
- SPRS will be used to determine vendor responsibility.
- If not the actual manufacturer, provide the manufacturer's name, location, and business size.
- Include price(s), FOB point, CAGE Code, point of contact, GSA contract number (if applicable), business size, and preferred payment method (Government Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)).
- Payment Terms: Net 30 Days AFTER acceptance of material.
Important Clauses & Notes
Offerors must review the extensive list of applicable FAR, DFARS, DLA, and local clauses and provisions, including those related to telecommunications, supply chain security, cybersecurity (NIST SP 800-171), and small business representations. Vendors must list the country of origin for each line item.