ICP-OES for Oil Analysis

Background
The U.S. Army is issuing a solicitation for the procurement of an Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES) and an autosampler for use in the Material Analysis Lab at Yuma Test Center.
The goal of this contract is to enhance the lab's capabilities in oil analysis, ensuring compliance with ASTM D-5185 and Caterpillar SOS program performance standards.

Work Details
The contractor will provide the following items:
1. Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometer (Brand Name: Perkin Elmer, Part Number: N0840018) with salient characteristics including:
- Designed to meet ASTM D-5185 and Caterpillar SOS program performance.
- Radial torch with radial view.
- Oxygen burn capable between samples to reduce soot.
- Chiller-free operation.
- Capability to integrate with a Cetac ASXpress system.
- Ability to export data in .csv format for entry into LIMS database.
2. Autosampler (Brand Name: Teledyne Cetac, Part Number: OILS 7400) with salient characteristics including:
- Designed for in-service oil analysis by ASTM D5185.
- Mixing or stirring head and sample induction head included.
- Dimensions not exceeding 20" x 24" x 24".
- Capacity for up to 4 (96 position) test tube racks containing 384 samples.
- Direct integration capability with ASxpress system for sample induction to ICP-OES.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed within a specified timeframe, expected to be completed within 30 days from the date of order placement.

Place of Performance
Yuma Test Center, Arizona.

Bidder Requirements
This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA). Bidders must meet specific requirements including:
- Provision of new equipment only; used or remanufactured products will not be accepted.
- Compliance with all salient characteristics listed in the solicitation.
- Submission of descriptive literature for 'equal' products if applicable.
- Quotes must include a completed Attachment 1 regarding certifications and identification of country of origin.