# SAM #123A9426Q0057 

USDA SEA Soil Dynamics Research requests Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer for soil analysis

**Buyer:** FSIS OAS PCMB
**Posted:** September 22, 2026
**Respond By:** September 28, 2026
**Identifier:** 123A9426Q0057
**NAICS:** 334517, 334516, 334511

The USDA SEA Soil Dynamics Research office in Auburn, AL is seeking to procure a handheld X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer for soil and geochemical analysis.
- Government Buyer:
  - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  - SEA Soil Dynamics Research office, Auburn, Alabama
- Product Requested:
  - Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer
    - Quantity: 1 unit
    - Part Number: 0001
    - Must be field-portable, battery-operated, energy-dispersive
    - No radioisotope excitation sources
    - Capable of quantifying Mg, Al, Si, Pb, and light rare-earth elements
    - Integrated GPS, camera, USB and wireless connectivity
    - Rechargeable, field-swappable batteries
    - Rugged and compliant with radiation safety requirements
- Notable Requirements:
  - Delivery required within 60 days of contract award
  - Firm-fixed-price purchase order
  - Quotes must include detailed technical and company information
  - Compliance with federal regulations emphasized
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity open to manufacturers of compliant handheld XRF analyzers
- Potential OEMs:
  - Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bruker, Olympus, Hitachi High-Tech, Rigaku (based on industry knowledge)
- Place of Performance:
  - Auburn, Alabama

### Description

<p>The purpose of this request for Quote (RFQ) is to acquire a Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer.</p>

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