XY Automated Sampler 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) Northeast Area is soliciting quotes for the delivery of an XY Automated Sampler IAW Salients to Troy, NY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS code 334516 (1000 employees size standard). Quotes are due January 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an XY Automated Sampler, specifically including PIKE Technologies models 047-6240 (XY Auto Trans/Refl Gold-Nicolet) and 073-9160 (XY Diffuse Plt for Disposable Cups). The sampler must meet detailed salient characteristics, including:
- Automated Sampling: Employing Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) with diffuse reflection and transmission capabilities, accepting various microplate formats (24-, 48-, 96-well), custom mapping profiles, automated data collection, gold-coated optics, a DGTS detector, and a USB interface.
- Optical Specifications: Elliptical optics with 3X beam demagnification, 30° angle of incidence, and specific repeatability (+/- 5 µm), accuracy (+/- 25 µm), and resolution (1 µm).
- Physical & Power: Removable 96-well diffuse reflection plate, 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power, fully enclosed housing with purgeable optical path, front-loading tray, and compatibility with most FTIR spectrometers. Size constraints are 6.5" W x 13.5" D x 6" H, weighing no more than 10 lbs.
- Accessories: Standard purge tubes, connections, and necessary software for setup, operation, and data collection, including a 24-well diffuse reflection sampling plate for disposable cups.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) 140G0126Q0035
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies), Size Standard: 1000 employees
- Response Due Date: January 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES
- Questions Due Date: January 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES
- Published Date: January 27, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: February 20, 2026
- Delivery: Within 30 days from receipt of purchase order, FOB Destination to Troy, NY.
Evaluation
Award will be based on technical compliance and price, as detailed in FAR 52.212-2. Offerors must provide specifications of the items being quoted with their submission.
Additional Notes
- Eligibility: Vendors must be registered at SAM.gov to be awarded the contract.
- IT Security: Contractors must adhere to comprehensive IT security requirements outlined in the FISMA 18-Point Checklist, including background investigations, non-disclosure agreements, privacy act compliance, mandatory training, and incident reporting.
- Accessibility: ICT Accessibility Requirements per Revised Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act apply, detailing technical criteria for software and electronic content.
- Contact: Questions should be emailed to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov.