SAM #140G0226Q0175

USGS Solicitation for Enclosed Shatterboxes and 8000M Mixer Mills

The US Geological Survey (USGS) Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center (GGGSC) is seeking to replace outdated laboratory sample preparation equipment. - Government Buyer: - US Geological Survey (USGS), Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center (GGGSC), Denver Acquisition Branch - Products Requested: - 3 Enclosed Shatterboxes (115 V, 19"W x 19"D x 40"H) - Must grind rocks, sediments, soils, minerals, and ores to 74 microns or less - Features: 1/3 HP motor, 3 prong 115V/60Hz plug, max rpm 800, electronic timer, soundproof enclosure, lockable caster wheels, alumina ceramic containers, safety interlock system, push-button membrane switch, cam-activated clamp, max weight 250 lbs, grind 2-150 grams - 3 High Energy Ball Mills (8000M Mixer Mill 115V) - Must grind rocks, sediments, soils, minerals, and ores to 74 microns or less - Features: 1/3 HP motor, 3 prong 115V/60Hz plug, max rpm 1725, 2 grinding stations, dual-clamp grinders, programmable timer, safety interlock, alumina oxide grinding containers and balls, grind 10 grams per container or mix up to 50 mL - Shipping and Freight - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named, but "8000M Mixer Mill" is a product of SPEX SamplePrep - Unique Requirements: - Equipment must use alumina oxide grinding media to avoid contamination - Delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order - Evaluation based on lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer - Small business set-aside under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) - Notable: All products must meet detailed technical specifications for laboratory sample preparation.

Description

1) This Solicitation Notice is to announce the USGS, The Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center (GGGSC) has a need for SM-200 Enclosed Shatterboxes to support mission. 2) The solicitation number is 140G0226Q0175 and is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).3) Award for this requirement will be made in accordance with the policies of FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, along with applicable solicitation and evaluation procedures for this acquisition. The Government will make award to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) offeror.Quotes will be evaluated starting with the lowest price. If the lowest-priced quote is determined to be technically unacceptable, the Government will proceed to evaluate the next lowest-priced quote, and so on, until a technically acceptable offer is identified.4) This solicitation is a SET ASIDE for Small Businesses. The associated NAICS Code is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. 5) All requirements for preparation, submission, and receipt of quotes are contained in this solicitation and shall be adhered to. 6) All questions and quote must be emailed to the Contracting Officer, Janice Moye at Janice_Moye@ios.doi.gov. Specific delivery dates and place of performance will be provided in the attached solicitation.

View original listing