Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1516
USDA Solicitation for Bruker Minispec mq20 TD-NMR Analyzer with Installation and Training
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 17, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1516
NAICS
334516, 541380
This opportunity is for the USDA National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria, IL, seeking a Bruker Brand Minispec mq20 Upgradeable Variable Temperature Time-Domain Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Analyzer (TD-NMR). - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Research, Education, and Economics (REE) Mission Area - National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research, Peoria, IL - OEMs and Vendors: - Bruker (OEM) - Rotunda Scientific Technologies (authorized distributor) - Products Requested: - Bruker Minispec mq20 TD-NMR Analyzer (1 unit) - Must be upgradeable and support variable temperature operation - Includes 20 MHz transmitter, EMI-shielded housing, CE-conformed housing, programmer frequency range 5-65 MHz, pulse programmer 20 ns timing resolution, phase resolution better than 0.2 - Compatible with Minispec software or upgrade for Windows 11 - 20 MHz probe assembly with 10 mm ratio probe and variable temperature capability (-5°C to 65°C) - Cryostat bath, 20 MHz pre-amplifier, standalone PC with Windows 11 - Certified Solid Fat Content calibration samples (0%-70%) - Automated sample changer compatible with TC3/TC6 baths, thermostat bath (-20°C to +150°C) - Compliance with international standards: AOCS Cd 16b-93, AOCS Cd 16-81, ISO 8292, IUPAC 2.150 - Services Requested: - Onsite installation, training, testing, and verification (1 unit) - Unique Requirements: - Equipment must be compatible with existing Bruker Mq20 systems and software - Delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order - Warranty of over one year - Set aside for small businesses, with preference for EDWOSB and WOSB - Firm-fixed price contract awarded to lowest price technically acceptable offeror
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1516 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Bruker Brand Minispec mq20 Upgradeable Variable Temperature Time-Domain Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Analyzer (TD-NMR).
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.