Opportunity
SAM #140GG027Q0001
USGS stable isotope analysis of carbonate microfossils
Buyer
USGS CONTRACTING ACTIVITY
Posted
October 19, 2026
Respond By
October 26, 2026
Identifier
140GG027Q0001
NAICS
541380
The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking laboratory analysis of carbonate microfossils for stable carbon and oxygen isotope measurements. - Government buyer: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Department of the Interior. The materials identify both USGS Programs–Reston and the Florence Bascom Geoscience Center. - Requested service: Stable isotope analysis under solicitation 140GG027Q0001, including a schedule entry for CLIN 00010 and work described in the Statement of Work. - Scope and quantity: Up to 2,000 measurements of carbonate microfossils, primarily benthic foraminifera and ostracodes; the schedule entry itself does not state a quantity. Additional measurements may be requested in later years. - Technical requirements: Prepare and analyze small specimens (including 5–9g specimens); document preparation and analytical methods; use mass-matched Carrara Marble standards; and meet stated analytical precision thresholds. Deliver corrected carbon and oxygen isotope values and supporting analytical data. Reanalyze work that does not meet the quality standard at no additional cost. - Performance: Complete sample preparation and analysis within six months of sample receipt, subject to mutual agreement for unforeseen circumstances. The described main scope is targeted for completion within FY27; additional work may occur in later years. The initial release also describes a one-year period after receipt of order with no option periods. - OEMs and vendors: No commercial OEMs, vendors, or named laboratory providers are identified.
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey Florence Bascom Geoscience Center, Reston Virgina requires the Stable isotope analysis of carbonate microfossils. The period of performance is one year ARO.There are no option periods.Competitive Request for Quotations (RFQ) 140GG027Q0001 is a is full and open under NAICS code 541380 Testing Laboratories The size standard is $19 million.Question cutoff: 2 days prior to the closing of the solicitation The anticipated award date of the contract is 7 days after the solicitation closes. SAM REQUIREMENT- Offeror must be registered in the SAM - SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT database before an award can be made to them.All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotations shall be submitted to Mindie Dixon at mindie_dixon@ios.doi.gov