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Specialized Clay Type Identification Analysis

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Response Deadline09/15/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Specialized Clay Type Identification Analysis, is issued by the Department of the Interior's Office of Acquisition Grants-Denver to support USGS Central Energy Resources Science Center projects. The selected provider will perform detailed mineralogical analyses on 30 rock samples to identify specific clay types by isolating the clay-size fraction. This technical process requires the use of high-resolution XRD or specialized spectroscopic equipment to ensure precise identification. The contract is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 541380. The primary deliverable consists of detailed identification reports for each of the clay-fraction samples analyzed. Interested parties must note the tight timeline, with the solicitation posted on September 13, 2026, and a response deadline of September 15, 2026.

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Small business contract for mineralogical analysis of 30 rock samples for the USGS.

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Department Of The Interior → Ofc Of Acquisition Grants-DenverView Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

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This scope was carved out of 140G0226Q0176.

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B--Cation exchange capacity and X-ray diffraction of geologic samples

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PostedSep 13

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Response DeadlineSep 15

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Performs detailed mineralogical analyses to identify specific clay types for prime contractors on USGS Central Energy Resources Science Center projects. Isolates the clay-size fraction from rock samples and conducts detailed analysis on 30 samples to determine specific clay types present. Requires high-resolution XRD or specialized spectroscopic equipment. Delivers detailed identification reports for the clay-fraction samples.

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