Oxford Instruments/Andor’s Kymera 328i & iStar sCM

The contract solicits one unit of Oxford Instruments/Andor’s Kymera 328i & iStar sCMOS Spectroscopy System, to be procured under a Total Small Business Set-Aside as defined by FAR 19.5, ensuring eligibility exclusively for small businesses. The requirement is tied to NAICS code 334516, which pertains to analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, and is issued by the National Energy Technology Laboratory under the U.S. Department of Energy. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with proposals due by July 2, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, and performance will be carried out at the agency’s facility in Morgantown, West Virginia, ZIP code 26507. Point of contact for inquiries is Arturo B. Manantan Jr., reachable via email or phone provided in the solicitation. The system, specified by brand name or equal, must meet exact technical specifications outlined in accompanying documentation, and procurement is classified as a combined action type, indicating it may include multiple contract types or funding mechanisms. The agency’s focus on small business participation aligns with federal priorities to promote equitable contracting opportunities. All responses must be submitted through the designated SAM.gov portal, and failure to adhere to submission guidelines, including the deadline or compliance with small business criteria, will result in disqualification. Delivery and installation are expected to support ongoing research initiatives at the National Energy Technology Laboratory’s Morgantown site.