Opportunity

SAM #140G0226Q0060

USGS Solicitation for ESL Micromill2 Micro-Sampling Instrument (or Equal)

Buyer

USGS Denver Office of Acquisition and Grants

Posted

May 19, 2026

Respond By

May 26, 2026

Identifier

140G0226Q0060

NAICS

334516

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking to procure a micro-sampling instrument for geological isotope analysis to replace an aging system and support multiple science centers and international partners. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Denver Acquisition Branch, Office of Acquisition Grants-Denver - OEMs and Vendors: - ESL (manufacturer of the Micromill2 system) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) MicroMill2 Micro-Sampling Instrument (brand name or equal) - Includes proprietary ActiveView2 software - Submicron sample motion control - High-resolution camera - HEPA filtered enclosure - LED lighting - Software-controlled cross polarizer - Variable drill speed and angle - Variable bit shank diameter - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Instrument must be authentic and manufacturer-certified - Delivery required within 10 calendar days after award - Supports precise sampling for isotope analysis in geological research - Replaces a 25-year-old model and supports both USGS and international partners - Small business set-aside under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

Description

Brand Name or Equal to MICROMILL 2 Micro-Sampling Instrument1) This Synopsis/Solicitation Notice is to announce the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey has a requirement for Brand Name or Equal to a Quantity of: One (1), ESL Micromill2 system per the attached solicitation.2) The synopsis/solicitation is 140G0226Q0060 and is being issued as a Request for Quote.3) The award for this requirement shall be made using the policies in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, and in conjunction with the policies and procedures for solicitation, evaluation, and award prescribed in FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items, as appropriate for this acquisition. Award shall be made to the vendor whose quote, conforming to this RFQ is determined to be the most advantages to the government.4) This solicitation is a SMALL BUSINSESS SET ASIDE. The associated NAICS Code is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing5) A copy of this solicitation may be accessed by clicking "Attachments/Links".6) All requirements for preparation, submission, and receipt of quotes are contained in this solicitation and shall be adhered to.7) All questions and quote must be emailed to Justice Pryor at justice_pryor@ios.doi.gov.

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