Opportunity
SAM #1305M326Q0110
NOAA IDIQ for Isotope and Radiocarbon Analysis of Atmospheric Trace Gases
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA
Posted
April 29, 2026
Respond By
May 12, 2026
Identifier
1305M326Q0110
NAICS
541380
NOAA's Global Monitoring Laboratory (GML) in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a contractor to provide specialized isotope and radiocarbon analysis services for atmospheric trace gases as part of its Global Greenhouse Gas Reference Network (GGGRN). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Global Monitoring Laboratory (GML) - Western Acquisition Division, Boulder, CO and Seattle, WA offices - Products/Services Requested: - Isotope and radiocarbon analysis of atmospheric air samples, including: - Stable isotopes of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) (7,500 units) - Radiocarbon (14C) of CO2: Extraction Only (1,350 units) - Radiocarbon (14C) of CO2: Extraction and Measurement (1,350 units) - Radiocarbon (14C) of Methane (CH4) (325 units) - Stable isotopes of Methane (CH4) (1,250 units) - Triple oxygen isotope ratios of CO2 (D17O) (500 units) - Scientific interpretation of greenhouse gas measurements, including time series, gradient analysis, and emissions estimation - Isotope analysis of volatile organic compounds in atmospheric samples - Unique/Notable Requirements: - High-precision, quality-controlled data delivery for multiple isotopes (13C, 18O, 14C, D, 17O) - Scientific interpretation and emissions estimation required in addition to laboratory analysis - Sample transport and container return logistics to/from Boulder, CO - Single-award IDIQ contract with firm-fixed price task orders - Five annual ordering periods (IDIQ structure) - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified commercial laboratories - All technical requirements and detailed line items are specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Pricing Schedule attachments.
Description
(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1305M26Q0110 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) for a single award indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract with fixed priced task orders providing isotope analysis support to the Global Monitoring Laboratory (GML) in Boulder, CO.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
(ii) A list of line-item numbers can be found in the SF1449 within the attachment labeled RFQ (CSS) 1305M326Q0110, and items, quantities, and units of measure can be found in the attachment labeled Attachment 2 - Pricing Schedule.
(iii) Description of requirements for the items to be acquired can be found in the attachment labeled Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement (PWS).
(iv) Dates, place of delivery, and place of acceptance can be found in clauses CAR 1352.246-70 and CAR 1352.270-70 within Section 3 - Contract Terms and Conditions of the attachment labeled RFQ (CSS) 1305M326Q0110. Acceptance terms for this solicitation are f.o.b. destination only.
(v) A list of solicitation provisions that apply to the acquisition can be found in Section 5 - Provisions within the attachment labeled RFQ (CSS) 1305M326Q0110.
(vi) A list of contract clauses that apply to the acquisition can be found in Section 3 - Contract Terms and Conditions within the attachment labeled RFQ (CSS) 1305M326Q0110.
(vii) The date, time, and place for receipt of quote and point of contact can be found in the solicitation details within the SAM.gov post.