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Robotic Multipurpose Sampler & Olfactory Detection Port

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1232Sa26Q1324Federal

Submission Closed08/27/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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The USDA ARS is conducting market research to identify capable sources for a single Robotic Multipurpose Autosampler and Olfactory Detection Port. This equipment must be fully compatible with Agilent 7890B/5977A GC-MS instrumentation and ChemStation software. Key technical requirements include support for automated liquid injections, HS-SPME injections and derivatization, an agitator with temperature control, and a heated nose cone with an adjustable mount. The system must also feature software capable of processing and visualizing olfactory, chromatographic, and mass spectral data on a single platform while allowing operators to generate real-time odor markers and intensity data. This notice is a Sources Sought inquiry for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for quotes or a commitment to make an award. The government is seeking information from various business types, including small businesses and disadvantaged businesses under NAICS code 334516, to determine the appropriate acquisition method and the availability of domestic end-products. Responses are voluntary and must be submitted by August 27, 2026.

General Info

USDA ARS seeks sources for a Robotic Multipurpose Autosampler and Olfactory Detection Port.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

1648, CA, USA

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NONE

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PhaseClosed

PostedAug 17

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Response DeadlineAug 27

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Submission Closed

08/27/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

Contacts1 person available

OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Office AddressBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

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Full Description

This is a Sources Sought Notice Only. This NOT a solicitation for quotes. This Sources Sought is issued for information and planning purposes only as part of USDA ARS market research and does not itself constitute an RFQ.

Robotic Multipurpose Autosampler and Olfactory Detection Port

Quantity: 1

• Fully compatible with existing laboratory GC-MS instrumentation (Agilent 7890B/5977A) and present research workflow

• Integrate with instrument control software (ChemStation) for automated sampling and olfactometry detection

• Support automated liquid injections (2ml vials) and headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME) injections (10ml/20l vials)

• Support HS-SPME derivatization

• Include an agitator with temperature control capability

• Software that processes and visualizes olfactory, chromatographic and mass spectral data in a single platform

• A heated nose cone with an adjustable mount

• Allows operator to generate real time olfactory event markers, odor intensity, and spoken odor qualities during a GC run

This Sources Sought is only for the purpose of identifying potential sources as part of USDA ARS market research. The Government does not intend to make an award based on responses to this inquiry. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government.

Responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible.

The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified sources including any Small Businesses; HUBZone small business; service-disabled, veteran-owned small business; 8(a) small business; veteran-owned small business; woman-owned small business; or small disadvantaged businesses. This is also to obtain information on the availability of domestically available end-products. Please state if you are a large business or a small business according to the NAICS code listed in this Sources Sought.

All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, and the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government.