ICP-OES Spectrometer system, Brand name or equal to iCAP PRO XP Duo ICOES system for the USDA, ARS, Bioscience Research Lab in Fargo, ND

The USDA ARS Biosciences Research Laboratory seeks a benchtop spectrometer system, brand name or equal to the Thermo Scientific™ iCAP™ PRO XP Duo ICP-OES (BRE731413), for its Pulse Quality Laboratory in Fargo, North Dakota. The system must meet stringent specifications detailed in the attached specifications document, including compatibility with the Thermo Scientific™ CID821 detector and the iSC-65 Autosampler (BRE0030065), or equivalent systems with demonstrably equal capabilities. Critical requirements include specific detector capabilities (e.g., full-frame imaging, simultaneous background correction), plasma source specifications (27.12 MHz RF generator), and software compatibility with Qtegra ISDS v2.18 or higher. A Dell OptiPlex 3080MT (or equivalent) data station with specific hardware and software requirements is also needed, along with a TF900 air-cooled chiller. Onsite installation and testing are required, along with a four-year extended warranty. The successful offeror must also comply with all FAR clauses and provisions referenced in the solicitation, including those related to Buy American, payment by electronic funds transfer, and various labor and employment standards. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote.

Notice ID

8e8ecefcd8ca40c6b5a7160ef5269fa8

Solicitation Number

1232SA25Q0681

NAICS Code

334516

Classification Code

6640