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This is a combined synopsis solicitation issued as a request for quotations (RFQ) for the purchase of laboratory equipment. Vendors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting a quotation. The solicitation utilizes FAR Part 12 and 13 policies. The NAICS code is **** analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing and the size standard is 1,000 employees. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-04. The solicitation is not a small business set-aside.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing uranium, thorium, and helium thermochronometry analyses of goethite. The deadline for submitting capabilities statements is Friday, January 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET, via email to ***@***. *. * Statement of Work (SOW) details the required analyses, technical requirements, and deliverables. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code ****, Testing Laboratories and Services, and associated size standard of $19. 0 million annually apply. The USGS will not pay for any costs incurred in preparing responses to this notice.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate with Cameca Instruments, Inc. for the repair of a Cameca large geometry secondary ion mass spectrometer (LG-SIMS). The sole source justification is based on market research indicating Cameca Instruments as the sole responsible source for repair. Responses to this notice of intent, received by 1:00 AM EST on 07/07/2025, will be considered by the government. No solicitation package will be issued.

This is a sources sought notice for planning purposes only, not a request for proposal or quotation. NIST is seeking information from vendors capable of providing service to the Bruker Scientific Biotyper Non Clinical MALDI TOF Mass Spectrometer. Interested parties must describe their capabilities, including annual preventative maintenance, unlimited repair visits, dispatch time, remote technical support, and response time. Responses must include company name, address, unique entity identifier (UEI), CAGE code, point of contact, small business certifications (if applicable), description of capabilities, previous experience, GSA/GWAC contracts (if applicable), and any other relevant information. Responses are limited to 12 pages in MS Word format, **** inches, Times New Roman 11-point font, with 1-inch margins. NIST anticipates issuing a request for quotation in the fourth quarter of 2025 and awarding a contract within the same period. Pricing information for organic chemicals is also requested.

This document is a wage determination notice, not a tender for a specific project. It outlines minimum wage rates, fringe benefits, and other requirements for contractors under the Service Contract Act. It also describes the process for classifying unlisted occupations and the requirements for uniform allowances. The notice mentions a specific need for a service contract for laboratory equipment, but this is not a tender for that service.