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Procurement of Two Gas Chromatograph Systems for EPA PAMS Monitoring – Pennsylvania DEP

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Air Quality Monitoring, is seeking bids for two gas chromatograph (GC) systems for the EPA Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Station (PAMS) Program. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Air Quality Monitoring - Highlighted OEM: - Perkin Elmer (Clarus 590 model specified as the basis for the requested system) - Products and Equipment Requested: - Two (2) gas chromatographs (GCs), configured for EPA PAMS, based on Perkin Elmer Clarus 590 - Must include flame ionization detectors, helium carrier gas compatibility, and a thermal desorption preconcentrator that does not require consumable cryogens - Hydrogen and zero air generators (2 each) - Automated calibration gas introduction system (e.g., Orsats Merlin MicroScience Dilution System) - PC with software, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and remote operation capability (2 sets) - Calibration gases (primary, secondary, retention time standards) in exchangeable canisters for one year, traceable to ISO-certified vendors - Services Required: - Installation, setup, and field qualification at DEP-specified locations (including two 8x12 EKTO shelters on a natural gas well pad in West Finley, PA) - Training for at least three DEP employees over one week on operation and preventative maintenance - Annual data validation services (processing, QA review, and upload to EPA AQS database) - Technical support (phone and remote troubleshooting) - Annual preventative maintenance (labor and parts for all system components) - Notable Requirements: - System must support continuous hourly air sample analysis with a data completion goal of 75% or better - Must be remotely operable via DEP internet - Compliance with Pennsylvania labor laws and reciprocal limitations for in-state preference - Calibration gases must be traceable to ISO-certified vendors - Place of Performance: - Installation at two 8x12 EKTO shelters on a natural gas well pad in West Finley, PA - DEP Division of Air Quality Monitoring, Harrisburg, PA (administrative/government facility) - Award will be made to the lowest grand total price meeting all specifications.

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The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Air Quality Monitoring, is soliciting bids for two gas chromatographs configured for the EPA Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Station (PAMS) Program. The requested system is based on the Perkin Elmer Clarus 590 and must include hydrogen and zero air generators, a thermal desorption preconcentrator without consumable cryogens, and automated calibration gas introduction. The procurement includes installation, setup, training, data validation, technical support, and annual maintenance services, with a focus on continuous hourly air sample analysis and data completion goals.

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