SAM #1172393

USDA Requests Three Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzers for Soil Lab Expansion

The USDA Farm Production and Conservation Business Center is seeking information for the acquisition of three laser diffraction particle size distribution analyzers to expand the capacity of the Kellogg Soil Survey Laboratory. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Farm Production and Conservation Business Center - USDA National Soil Survey Lab (Kellogg Soil Survey Lab) - Products/Services Requested: - Three (3) laser diffraction particle size distribution analyzers - Must be compatible with current KSSL technology - Must meet specified optical and performance requirements - Includes required hardware and accessories - Purpose and Requirements: - Supports processing of approximately 8,000 soil samples for the Regenerative Pilot Program - Analyzers must deliver timely and accurate particle size data - Delivery required within 180 days after order - Pricing and manufacturing origin information requested for market research - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation - Notable Requirement: - Compatibility with existing laboratory technology and specified technical standards is mandatory

Description

The National Soil Survey Center (NSSC) – Kellogg Soil Survey Laboratory (KSSL) requires the acquisition of three particle size distribution analyzers (PSDA) to expand laboratory capacity for soil texture analysis. This increase in analytical capability is necessary to support the expected surge of several thousand soil samples associated with the Regenerative Pilot Program, which will require timely and accurate particle size data to meet project objectives.

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