Opportunity

SAM #12444126Q0064

USDA Solicitation for Badger Meter Spectro::lyser V3 Water Quality Probe

Buyer

USFS CSA East Region 3

Posted

September 21, 2026

Respond By

September 24, 2026

Identifier

12444126Q0064

NAICS

334514, 334516

This opportunity from the USDA Forest Service and USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) seeks a specialized water quality probe for agricultural research in the Upper Midwest. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, CSA East 3 office (Atlanta, GA) - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Soil and Water Management Research Unit (St. Paul, MN) - OEMs and Vendors: - Badger Meter (OEM for Spectro::lyser V3 water quality probe) - Products Requested: - Spectro::lyser V3 multi-parameter water quality probe - Part Number: SP3-1-05-NO-075 (specified in one attachment) - Quantity: 1 unit - Features: Field rugged, portable, optical probe with calibrations; high-frequency measurement of nitrate (NO3-), organic carbon, turbidity, temperature, light transmittance (200-720 nm); wireless communication; onboard memory for up to 6 months data logging; compatible with existing USDA sensors - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Exact brand name (Badger Meter Spectro::lyser) required; no substitutes accepted - Must be new, OEM or OEM-approved - Delivery required within 90 days of order receipt - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI policies - Suitable for both laboratory and field use, with agricultural landscape NO3- concentration ranges up to 50 ppm - NAICS Code: 334514 (Laboratory Analytical Instrument Manufacturing) - Set aside for 8(a) small businesses in one attachment; unrestricted in others - Period of Performance: - Delivery within 90 days of order; one attachment specifies October 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027

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 12444126Q0064 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Agricultural landscapes in the Upper Midwest requires a multi-parameter water quality probe that can conduct high-frequency measurements in a laboratory or field setting. To meet the requirement, the item is pecular to one manufacturer. See Water Sensor Specifications for complete requirements. 

This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334514. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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