Liquid Scintillation Counter

The contract involves the procurement of a liquid scintillation counter for the Radiation Safety Division at NIST's Gaithersburg, Maryland campus. The purpose of this purchase is to replace an aging instrument with a modern, reliable system capable of accurately detecting low-energy beta radiation in samples containing alpha, beta, and gamma emitters. This equipment is essential for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Transportation, and Environmental Protection Agency, which mandate precise identification and quantification of radioactive sources and samples. The specific model sought is the Hidex 300 SL automatic liquid scintillation counting system or an equivalent, to support the division’s radiation safety and regulatory responsibilities. The solicitation, posted under the number 1333ND25QNB150208, is a total small business set-aside under the North American Industry Classification System code 334519. Responses are due by June 5, 2025, and interested vendors can find further details and submit proposals through the designated portal. The contract is managed by the Department of Commerce’s NIST office in Gaithersburg, with key contacts including Marisha Curtis and Robert Singman, who can be reached via email or phone for inquiries. This procurement underscores NIST’s commitment to maintaining accurate radiation safety instrumentation to ensure regulatory compliance and safety at its facility.