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Glove box with purification system for storing high value and oxygen-sensitive materials

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RFP-A26-1148Federal

Response Deadline09/17/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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Ames Laboratory, a Department of Energy contractor, is soliciting bids under RFP-A26-1148 for the acquisition of a glove box equipped with a purification system designed for the storage of high value and oxygen-sensitive materials. This solicitation, categorized under NAICS code 334516, was posted on September 1, 2026, with a response deadline of September 17, 2026. The equipment will be utilized at the laboratory's facilities in Ames, Iowa. The procurement is governed by fixed-price commercial product and service terms and conditions, which include standard clauses regarding inspection, acceptance, and patent indemnity. Additionally, contractors must adhere to supplemental requirements outlined in the laboratory's work guidelines, which mandate strict compliance with environmental safety and health obligations, electrical standards, accident reporting, and site access protocols. Primary contact for this requirement is Jennifer Vawter.

General Info

Ames Laboratory seeks bids for a purification glove box by September 17, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Energy → Ames Laboratory - DOE ContractorView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

IA, 50011, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Appendix B – Work by Contractors at Ames Laboratory (June 2019)

PDF•supplemental-conditions

Appendix A - Terms and Conditions for Fixed-Price Commercial Products and Services

PDF•contract-document

Appendix+E+-+Reps+and+Certs+Supplemental.docx

DOCX

A26-1148 Solicitation for Simplified Purchases

PDF•rfp

Appendix C - Specifications: Glove Box with Purification System

PDF•specifications

Appendix D-9 IPP - Commercial Supplies and Services Requiring Data

PDF•specifications

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedSep 1

Solicitation

Response DeadlineSep 17

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

09/17/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 15 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Ames Laboratory - DOE Contractor

Contacts2 people available

OfficeAmes, IA, 50011, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Energy → Ames Laboratory - DOE Contractor

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Office AddressAmes, IA, 50011, USA

Contacts

Jennifer Vawter

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Trevor Gunderson

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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Ames National Laboratory is seeking to acquire a Glove box with purification system for storing high value and oxygen-sensitive
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