Opportunity
SAM #12444626Q0068
USDA Forest Service Solicits Centrifugal Nanoparticle Analyzer for Forest Products Laboratory
Buyer
USFS CSA East 7
Posted
July 30, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
12444626Q0068
NAICS
334516, 333998
The USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory, is seeking to procure a centrifugal nanoparticle analyzer for advanced particle sizing research. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory (CSA EAST 7 office; Forest Biopolymers Science and Engineering Research Work Unit) - Products/Services Requested: - Centrifugal Nanoparticle Analyzer (also described as High Resolution Particle Size Disc Centrifuge system) - Quantity: 1 unit - Key specifications: - Particle size measurement range: 0.005 to 30 microns - Centrifuge speed: 500 to 15,000 rpm - Microprocessor-controlled motor with digital readouts - Temperature sensor included - Polymethylmethacrylate disc cavity with stainless steel hub - Dynamically balanced system - Spin fluid volume: 10 to 40 mL - Power: 100/115 VAC or 220/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1000 Watts - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; the procurement is open to all responsible sources meeting the technical requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery required by the specified date to the Forest Products Laboratory in Madison, WI - Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, including technical acceptability and past performance - Procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333998 - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and supplier terms limitations is required
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 12444626Q0068 for a centrifugal nanoparticle analyzer is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333998 The small business size standard is 700 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.