Opportunity
SAM #12FPC126Q0026
USDA Seeks Market Information for Particle Size Distribution Analyzers and Accessories
Buyer
FPAC Business Center Acquisition Division
Posted
June 29, 2026
Respond By
July 10, 2026
Identifier
12FPC126Q0026
NAICS
334516
The USDA Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, on behalf of the Kellogg Soil Survey Lab, is conducting market research for new laboratory equipment. - 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) Particle Size Distribution Analyzers (laser diffraction type) - Associated accessories compatible with current KSSL technology - Equipment must meet specific optical, resolution, and performance requirements as outlined by USDA - Quantities: - 3 analyzers with accessories - Notable Requirements: - Analyzers must be compatible with existing KSSL technology - Must support processing of approximately 8,000 soil samples for the Regenerative Pilot Program - Delivery required within 180 days after order - Respondents must provide pricing and manufacturing origin information - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the request - The USDA is seeking information on available products that meet these specifications for future procurement planning
Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Production and Conservation Business Center on behalf of USDA National Soil Survey Lab – Kellogg Soil Survey Lab requires three (3) Particle Size Distribution Analyzers and accessories that meet the established specifications listed within this Sources Sought Notice. The objective of this sources sought is to learn who within the industry carries required analyzers.