MICROTRACE LLC

MicroTrace LLC specializes in advanced laboratory analytical services focused on environmental contaminant detection, with a demonstrated expertise in microplastics analysis across complex environmental media including water, sediment, and air. The company delivers precise, science-driven testing protocols to support federal environmental monitoring initiatives, leveraging chromatographic, spectroscopic, and microscopic techniques to identify and quantify microplastic particles at trace concentrations. Their technical proficiency extends to sample preparation, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) frameworks, and data interpretation aligned with U.S. Geological Survey protocols, positioning them as a niche provider in environmental forensics and emerging contaminant research. Key differentiators include methodological rigor in low-concentration detection, adherence to EPA and ASTM standards, and the ability to deliver actionable data for ecological risk assessments. MicroTrace LLC has established a focused relationship with the Department of the Interior, specifically supporting the U.S. Geological Survey’s Upper Midwest Water Science Center. Their work directly informs watershed health evaluations and contaminant tracking efforts, indicating a trusted partnership in delivering high-integrity environmental data for public resource management. The contractor’s primary industry focus is on Testing Laboratories and Services (NAICS 541380), where they operate at the intersection of environmental science and analytical chemistry. They serve a specialized vertical within environmental monitoring, targeting emerging pollutants and their ecological impacts, rather than broad-spectrum testing. This positions them as a technical specialist in a growing field driven by regulatory and scientific demand for microplastic data. MicroTrace LLC is a small business structured as a 2K entity, headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. While no federal certifications are currently listed, their operational focus on federally funded environmental research demonstrates alignment with government standards for scientific integrity and data reliability. Their geographic presence supports regional federal science centers, with work conducted in coordination with field offices across the Upper Midwest.