Analytical Equipment

Country:

United States

Notice/Contract Number:

fbo:rfq-pa-08-00016

Publication Date:

Oct 6, 2008

Deadline:

Sept 5, 2008

Funding Agency:

Environmental Protection Agency

Buyer:

Office of Acquisition Management

Original Language:

English

Address:

United States

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

NAICS Code: 334516 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This solicitation is issued under RFQ-PA-08-00016. Thisannouncement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the acquisition of one portable hand-held XRF Environmental Metals Analyzer with the following equipment options: Soil Test Stand for in situ Testing, Docking Test Stand for Benchtop Operation, Holster. Background and Statement of NeedThe instrument will be used as a field screening tool to identify areas of potential contamination or sample locations. By detecting various compound/metals or lack of these contaminates-the agency saves significant analytical (lab) costs by the field inspector eliminating unnecessary samples. Specifications for Handheld Analyzer must performs the following functions:--Must provide handheld field alloy analyzing capabilities--Must be capable of analyzing the following standard elements in soil: Ti, Cr, Mn Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Rb, Sr, Zr, Mo, Ag,Cd, Sn, Sb, Ba, Hg, Pb, U, Co, Sc, Ca, K, Cl, S, P, I. --Must be capable to perform soil calibration for environmental assessments and metals in soils and sediments analysis at concentrations generally <2%. Submit the following information:1. Company Name, Telephone Number, Contact Person's email address, Company Duns Number.All interested parties must be registered in CCR. 2. Pricing: Provide separate pricing for: Soil Test Stand for in situ Testing, Docking Test Stand for Benchtop Operation, Holster, Shipping Charges. Items will be shipped to:US EPA, ESC, 401 Mapes RoadFort Meade, MD 20755-2567 For information or questions regarding this solicitation, email jones.denise-t@epa.gov. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334516. This is a 100% Small Business set-aside. Award will be based on lowest price quote meeting the technical requirements set forth above. Email your quotation to be received by 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, August 27, 2008 to the ATTN: jones.denise-t@epa.gov. This solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-26. In accordance with 12.603(c)(2), the following FAR clauses are incorporated in this notice 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.225-1, 52.52.232.29, 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors (Nov 2007); 52.212-3 Representation & Certifications (Nov 2007); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (Feb 2007); 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (June 2008). Clause 52.212-3 must be filled out in its entirety, signed and returned with quotation. The full text of these and any clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/far/index.html.
Set-aside code: N/A
Contact: Point of Contact, Denise Jones, Purchasing Agent, Phone (215) 814-5195

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Email: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (jones.denise-t@epamail.epa.gov)

Updated on 2008/08/28

NAICS Code: 334516 This amendment was necessary to provide clarification to the following questions posted by a potential bidder. Weight of the unit? - < 5 lbs.Temperature range of operation? 20 to 100 degrees FTouch screen operation? YesTrigger or Icon Start/Stop operation requirement? triggerColor display screen with tilt angle to be visible in any type of lighting? NoSpectral display with peak zoom and identification? YesStandard memory size? capability to store 5,000 readings with spectraNumber of test results with spectra? same as aboveInternal filters and the number of internal filters required for improved limits of detection N/AManual control of internal filters (if filters are required)? N/AProcessor speed? Not importantEncrypted software system? Not neededLimits of detection for elements, including Barium? Not extremely important as the instrument will only be used for screening purposesOperation control from external PC ? NoNumber and type of batteries? Ttwo lithium batteries In addition, the instrument must have a removable PDA unit for purposes of downloading data to a PC No other changes are made to this solicitation
Set-aside code: N/A
Contact: Point of Contact, Denise Jones, Purchasing Agent, Phone (215) 814-5195

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Email: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (jones.denise-t@epamail.epa.gov)

Updated on 2008/08/20

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