Opportunity
SAM #140G0326Q0157
USGS Market Research for qPCR Machine Procurement
Buyer
USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
July 07, 2026
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
140G0326Q0157
NAICS
334516
The US Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking information from qualified businesses for the potential procurement of a qPCR machine. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior - US Geological Survey (USGS) - Office of Acquisition Grants - Products/Services Requested: - qPCR machine (quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction machine) - No specific part numbers, models, or quantities provided - Detailed technical requirements are referenced in an attachment ('Salient Characteristics_1.pdf'), but not listed in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - This is a sources sought/market research announcement, not a solicitation for bids or proposals - NAICS code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) - PSC: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in the notice - The government is seeking to identify capable sources and does not commit to a purchase or contract at this stage
Description
Sources Sought qPCR MachineThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing a qPCR machine as described in the attached Salient Characteristics. This Sources Sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing and associated size standard 1,000 apply to this announcement, along with the Product and Service Code (PSC) 6640 Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. All responsible sources may submit a capabilities statement detailing the ability of their service to meet the statement of work included with this announcement. Responses to this announcement shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 12:00pm ET. Salient Characteristics attached.