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USM solicits turnkey HPGe well detector gamma spectrometry system for research labs

The University of Southern Mississippi is soliciting bids for a turnkey low-background high-purity germanium (HPGe) well detector gamma spectrometry system for its research laboratories. - Government Buyer: - University of Southern Mississippi, Procurement and Contract Services - Contact: Amber Floyd - Products Requested: - Complete HPGe well detector gamma spectrometry system - HPGe well detector (≥25% relative efficiency, ≥130 cm³ active volume) - Vertical cryostat and liquid nitrogen dewar - Digital multichannel analyzer with integrated signal processing and bias supply - Low-background lead shield (≥4 in. thickness with graded liner) - Gamma spectroscopy software suite (computational efficiency calibration for non-standard geometries) - Services Requested: - On-site installation, setup, and performance verification by factory-trained engineer - Up to two days of operator training - First-year service/support agreement (preventive maintenance, emergency on-site visit, priority technical support) - Extended warranty (additional year of coverage on detector, cryostat, dewar, electronics) - Unique Requirements: - All components must be new, currently in production, and fully supported by the manufacturer - System must be suitable for low-level counting laboratories and radioisotope geochemistry research - Support and parts availability required for at least ten years - Pricing must be itemized; optional services quoted separately - Delivery lead times and partial shipment options must be stated - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified suppliers with proven experience in well-geometry HPGe systems.

Description

The University of Southern Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for a low-background high-purity germanium (HPGe) well detector gamma spectrometry system. The system will be used for research in radioisotope geochemistry, sediment geochronology, and particle flux studies, capable of high-efficiency, low-background gamma assay of small sample masses. The procurement includes all hardware, shielding, software, licensing, factory characterization, documentation, and technical support necessary for operation. Bids must be submitted by October 7, 2026, 2:00 PM to the Office of the Director of Procurement Services at the University.

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