Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0560
USDA ARS Solicitation for Oxygen and Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer System
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
May 06, 2026
Respond By
May 21, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0560
NAICS
334516
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking to procure an advanced Oxygen Permeation and Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer system for its research facility in Fort Pierce, Florida. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Research, Education, and Economics office - Products/Services Requested: - Oxygen Permeation (OX-TRAN 2/22 H) and Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer (AQUATRAN 3/34 H) or equivalent single-cell system - Quantity: 1 system - Must meet high-barrier technical standards for oxygen and water vapor transmission rate testing - Includes starter kits, accessories, temperature and RH control, automated testing software (Windows 10 compatible), and NIST-traceable calibration - Compliance required with ASTM, ISO, JIS, DIN, and GB/T standards - Includes 12-month full parts and workmanship warranty, plus a 4-year prorated warranty on sensors - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Example referenced models: OX-TRAN 2/22 H and AQUATRAN 3/34 H (commonly manufactured by MOCON, Inc.) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must provide high accuracy and repeatability for both oxygen and water vapor transmission rate testing - Must include all necessary accessories and calibration for immediate use - Software must be compatible with Windows 10 - Award will be made on a lowest price technically acceptable basis, with at least three sources solicited - Place of Performance: - USDA ARS facility in Fort Pierce, Florida
Description
Presolicitation notice in accordance with the attached memorandum.