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1232SA26Q0778 - Combination Synopsis-Solicitation for Mercury Analyzer USDA ARS NEA Beltsville MD

ID: 1232SA26Q0778 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  90%
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Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Choose an item. are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0778 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a mercury analyzer on a brand name or equal basis.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Background
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking to procure a mercury analyzer as part of its mission to conduct research and provide solutions in agriculture.

This solicitation, numbered 1232SA26Q0778, is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and is set aside for small business concerns. The goal of this contract is to acquire a mercury analyzer that meets specific technical requirements for analyzing various samples, including soils, water, and plant tissues.

Work Details
Contractor is required to provide a mercury analyzer that meets the following specifications:
- Must analyze a variety of samples including soils, water, and plant tissues.
- Must have a mercury detection limit of 0.001 ng.
- Must comply with Attachment II - Specifications.
- The product can be either a brand name or equal basis; specifically mentioned is the Milestone Inc - Direct Mercury Analyzer evo Dual Cell Double Beam Analyzer.
- If quoting an 'or equal' product, the contractor must include descriptive literature, drawings, and product brochures/specifications for evaluation.
- Includes one-year original factory warranty from the date of installation.
- Delivery is required no later than 60 days after receipt of award.

Period of Performance
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Place of Performance
USDA ARS NEA - SASL, Attn: Matt Fischel, 10300 Baltimore Avenue, Bldg 001, RM 124, BARC-West, Beltsville MD 20705 US

Bidder Requirements
This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns under the Total Small Business Set-Aside status.

Bidders must comply with Buy American requirements and provide necessary certifications as specified in the solicitation.

Overview

Agency
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) [USDA]
Response Deadline
July 8, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EDT Due in 14 Days
Posted
June 23, 2026, 12:19 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
NAICS
334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC
6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
Place of Performance
Beltsville, MD 20705 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
1000 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$25,000 - $90,000 (AI estimate)
Signs of Shaping
81% of obligations for similar contracts within the Agricultural Research Service were awarded full & open.
On 6/23/26 Agricultural Research Service issued Synopsis Solicitation 1232SA26Q0778 for 1232SA26Q0778 - Combination Synopsis-Solicitation for Mercury Analyzer USDA ARS NEA Beltsville MD due 7/8/26. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 334516 (SBA Size Standard 1000 Employees) and PSC 6640.
Primary Contact
Name
Theodore Blume   Profile
Email
theodore.blume@usda.gov
Phone
None

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE > USDA ARS AFM APD
FPDS Organization Code
12H2-1232SA
Source Organization Code
500022476
Last Updated
June 23, 2026
Last Updated By
theodore.blume@usda.gov
Archive Date
July 23, 2026