Opportunity
SAM #140G0126Q0083
USGS Solicitation for 1,000 lbs Rhodamine WT Water Tracer Dye (NSF Certified)
Buyer
USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
March 30, 2026
Respond By
April 02, 2026
Identifier
140G0126Q0083
NAICS
325130
This procurement from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Kansas Water Science Center seeks the supply and delivery of Rhodamine WT (Water Tracer) Dye for hydrological studies. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Kansas Water Science Center - Contracting office: USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Organic Dyes and Pigments LLC (as manufacturer of product code 113880R10) - Products/Services Requested: - Rhodamine WT (Water Tracer) Dye - Part numbers: S26016 (general), 113880R10 (Organic Dyes and Pigments) - Quantity: 1,000 lbs (or 1,000 units) - Certified by NSF, 20% pure dye content, pH 10.8 (10% solution), specific gravity 1.15-1.16 g/ml - Must be miscible in water, non-toxic, non-carcinogenic - Packaged in 5-gallon leak-proof, pressure-resistant containers with handles - Clear labeling and packaging for safe shipment required - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Delivery required within 30 days of order - Product must be certified by NSF and meet detailed chemical and safety specifications - Small business set-aside under NAICS 325130 - Delivery to USGS Kansas Water Science Center, Lawrence, KS - Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey Kansas Water Science Center has a requirement for the delivery of Rhodamine Water Tracer Dye IAW Salients to Lawrence, KS within 30 days from the date the contractor receives the purchase order. Request for Quote (RFQ) 140G0126Q0083 will be issued on or about 3/30/2026 with written quotes due on 4/02/2026 at 11:00 AM ED. Questions may be emailed to Cynthia Nicanor, Email: cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov, before 3/31/2026 at 11:00 AM ED. Questions received after that time and date may not be responded to.This acquisition is a total small business set-aside. The NAICS code is 325130. The size standard 1050 employees.The anticipated award date of the contract is 5/01/2026. A vendor must be registered at https://www.sam.gov/index.html to be awarded the contract. All responsible sources may submit a bid or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Responses may be emailed to cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov.