SAM #1232SA26Q1018

USDA ARS Solicitation for Spectral Evolution NaturaSpec ULTRA (or Equal) Spectroradiometer

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), through its Acquisition and Property Division in Beltsville, MD, is seeking to procure a high-performance spectroradiometer for the NEA Grape Genetic Research facility in Geneva, NY. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (AFM APD), Beltsville, MD - OEMs and Vendors: - Spectral Evolution (as the referenced OEM for the NaturaSpec ULTRA spectroradiometer) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) spectroradiometer, brand name or equal to Spectral Evolution NaturaSpec ULTRA - Spectral range: 350-2400nm - Spectral resolution: <2nm @ 700nm or below, no larger than 3.8nm above 2000nm - Three detector arrays covering 1000nm to 2500nm (SWIR), at least one detector for 350-1000nm (UV-NIR) - Noise equivalence radiance ≤ 0.4x10-9 @ 400nm - Field-replaceable fiber optic cable - Auto-exposure and auto-dark correction - Data acquisition software with automatic vegetation indices calculations - Live field of view, GPS-linked photos, distance sensor, inclinometer - Hyperspectral satellite/camera calibration capability - Portable controller with one-touch operation, independent of laptop - OEM warranty - Annual calibration using OEM-approved kit - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal procurement (Spectral Evolution NaturaSpec ULTRA specified) - Delivery required within 50 days after receipt of order - Annual calibration and OEM warranty are mandatory - Device must be portable and operable independently of a laptop - Data acquisition software must support vegetation indices and field data integration - Set aside for small businesses, including women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Award will be made to the lowest price technically acceptable offeror

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 1232SA26Q1018 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Spectroradiometer. 

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516.  The small business size standard is 1000 employees.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.  

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