Automated Solid-Phase Extraction (SPE) System

The contract seeks the acquisition of an Automated Solid-Phase Extraction System designed to automate the preparation of soil samples in compliance with EPA Method 3545A, ensuring that the system meets stringent requirements for background levels, analyte recovery, and analytical repeatability. The equipment is critical for the efficient and accurate extraction of volatile organic compounds from environmental soil samples, enabling the Region 9 laboratory to support its regional partners with timely and reliable analytical services. The system must be fully capable of handling the volume and complexity of samples typical in environmental monitoring while maintaining compliance with federal method standards. This solicitation, identified as 68HE0926Q0040, was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM. It is administered by the Environmental Protection Agency’s Region 9 Contracting Office located in San Francisco, California, with the North American Industry Classification System code 339113. The primary point of contact is Jasmine Dare, who can be reached via email at dare.jasmine@epa.gov or by phone at 415-972-3416. The contract is open to all eligible vendors without a specific set-aside designation, and all proposals must be submitted through the designated SAM.gov portal.