UV Analyzer
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a UV Analyzer. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to procure a specific analyzer for developing fumigation treatment procedures. Quotations are due by April 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks a UV Analyzer to monitor concentrations of chlorobenzene, nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and sulfur dioxide (SO2) for plant disease and pest control applications. The required analyzer must be a UV Analyzer, Brand Name or Equal to Applied Analytics Model OMA-406R Rack Mounted. Key specifications include:
- Monitoring Capabilities: Chlorobenzene, NO2, and SO2.
- Concentration Ranges: Chlorobenzene (0-5,000 ppm), NO2 (0-10,000 ppm), SO2 (0-20,000 ppm).
- Output: Adjustable relay switch or 4-20mA analog signal output. Delivery is required within 30 days after award.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Anticipated Award Type: Firm-fixed-price, purchase order under FAR Part 12.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies), Size Standard: 1,000 employees.
- Place of Performance: Salinas, CA 93905, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: April 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Only the lowest priced quotation will be evaluated for technical acceptability. If unacceptable, the next lowest will be evaluated. Past Performance will be evaluated as Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.
- Submission Requirements:
- Complete SF1449 RFQ (Blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 23, 24).
- Provide pricing for all CLINs/Line Items.
- Complete Buy American Certificate (FAR 52.225-2) and Place of Manufacture (FAR 52.225-18).
- Acknowledge all amendments.
- Invoicing: Via electronic Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) in arrears.
- Inquiries: Must be submitted via email only, up to 48 hours prior to the close date. No phone inquiries.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Christopher Turner (christopher.c.turner@usda.gov).