Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1121
USDA ARS Solicits Pulsed NMR Spectrometer for Oilseed Analysis
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 03, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1121
NAICS
334516
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking to procure one Pulsed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer for the North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory in Morris, MN. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory, Morris ARS Soil Management Unit - Product Requested: - One Pulsed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer - Purpose: Accurately measures oil and protein content in small quantities of whole seed samples, including specialty oilseeds (pennycress, camelina) and conventional oilseeds (sunflower, soybean) - Key Specifications: - Compatible with 18 mm glass sample tubes - 20 MHz sampling probe - Magnet system with 25 mm air gap and 0.47 Tesla field strength - Operates on Windows OS - Includes installation and training - Delivery & Performance: - Delivery required within one year of award, no later than September 30, 2026 - Firm-fixed price contract; evaluation based on lowest price technically acceptable - Unique Requirements: - Strict compliance with detailed technical specifications - Installation and training at the delivery site - Compliance with federal acquisition regulations and anti-discrimination certifications - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are mentioned; all responsible sources may submit quotations.
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 1232SA26Q1121 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for One (1) Pulsed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer in accordance with the requirements outlined in the Specifications attachment.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516. The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.