Opportunity
SAM #140G0226Q0034
USGS Solicits Automated Methylmercury Analyzer for Scientific Research
Buyer
USGS Denver Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 15, 2026
Identifier
140G0226Q0034
NAICS
334516
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Denver Acquisition Branch is seeking quotes for an Automated Methylmercury Analyzer to support scientific research. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey, Denver Acquisition Branch, Denver Federal Center - Product Requested: - Automated Methylmercury Analyzer (Brand Name or Equal) - Quantity: 1 unit - Key technical requirements: - Autosampler for 72-42 ml vials with closed septa-capped vial operation - Cold vapor atomic fluorescence spectrometry (CVAFS) detection - Compliance with EPA Method 1630 - Detection limit <0.08 pg, precision <5%, working range 0-1000 pg - Cycle time <7 minutes - Nitrogen purge gas, argon carrier gas - 37-pin serial port interface - Liquid infiltration protection and automatic gas shutoff - Delivery Location: - USGS Facility, 1 Gifford Pinchot Drive, Madison, WI - Notable Requirements: - Brand Name or Equal accepted; must meet or exceed salient characteristics - Delivery required within 30 days after award - Compliance with Buy American Act and EPA Method 1630 - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned, but leading manufacturers of methylmercury analyzers are likely to compete.
Description
METHYLMERCURY ANALYZER