Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1172
Annual Support Services for Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantis Mass Spectrometer and Vanquish Instruments
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 04, 2026
Respond By
August 21, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1172
NAICS
811210, 811219
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Southeast Watershed Research Unit is seeking annual support services for its Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantis Mass Spectrometer and associated Vanquish instruments. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agriculture Research Service (ARS) - Southeast Watershed Research Unit - OEM Highlight: - Thermo Fisher Scientific (manufacturer of TSQ Quantis Mass Spectrometer and Vanquish instruments) - Products/Services Requested: - Annual preventative maintenance and support for: - TSQ Quantis Mass Spectrometer - Vanquish Split Sampler - Vanquish Binary Pump - Vanquish Column Compartment - Includes unlimited repairs, software upgrades, and priority technical support - Coverage for one-year base period plus four one-year option periods (total of up to five years) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Set aside for economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Firm-fixed pricing required for all periods - Support must cover all listed instruments and provide both preventative and corrective maintenance
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 1232SA26Q1172 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Service of TSQ Quantis Mass Spectrometer (S/N TSQ-Q-10417), Vanquish Split Sampler (S/N 8312506), Vanquish Binary Pump (S/N 8312800), and Vanquish Column Compartment (S/N 6503552).
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The small business size standard is $34 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.