Benchtop Optical Emission Spectrometer

The solicitation seeks a benchtop inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer for multi-element trace elemental analysis, with technical requirements including a compact 615 x 690 x 933 mm footprint, full wavelength coverage from 167 to 852 nm, a solid-state 27.12 MHz RF generator, a thermostatically controlled Echelle polychromator capable of using argon or nitrogen purge gas, a CID camera cooled to -45°C, a fully interlocked torchbox with safety window and sliding door, a three-channel peristaltic pump optimized for aqueous and organic samples, independent mass flow controllers for auxiliary, nebulizer, and cool gas, an interlocked drain sensor, an LED status bar, gas-saving standby and fast warm-up modes, and advanced plug-in control for autosamplers and auto-dilution accessories. The solicitation is evaluated solely on lowest price, technically acceptable methodology, with proposals due by 5:00 PM CST on July 22, 2026, and must include a fully executed ANL-70 Request for Quotation. The contract is issued by Argonne National Laboratory under the U.S. Department of Energy, with a NAICS code of 334516, and performance is required at the Lemont, Illinois location. The offeror must hold a valid Unique Entity ID in SAM.gov, complete the ANL-70A Pre-Award Representations and Certifications, and submit a signed W-9. Site access requires a REAL ID for individuals 18 years or older, and the Contractor must comply with all Laboratory safety, cybersecurity, and equipment inspection protocols, including prohibitions on weapons, controlled substances, and improper conduct. Cybersecurity requirements mandate compliance with NIST and other recognized frameworks, data protection policies to prevent breaches, and notification to the Laboratory within 10 business days of any incident. The contract excludes all state and local taxes, which must be stated separately on invoices, and payment is triggered upon acceptance of delivered items, with domestic vendors paid via check or ACH through Paymode and foreign vendors paid exclusively by wire upon submission of ANL-1094. Title transfers to the Government upon acceptance, with FOB Destination for domestic and DAP for international shipments. The Contractor is liable for damages from improper packaging and must certify that no suspect or counterfeit parts are used, purchasing only from manufacturers or authorized distributors. The Contract Dis