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Submission Closed04/30/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 334516

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PerkinElmer Spectrum 3 Dual Range Spectrometer OR EQUIVALENT

Solicitation # 80NSSC27944070Q

The NASA Shared Services Center is soliciting quotes for a PerkinElmer Spectrum 3 Dual Range Mid-infrared Fourier transform infrared spectrometer or an equivalent model for the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. This firm-fixed-price procurement is set aside for small businesses, and all offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management. The required system must feature a rotary interferometer, a 7-position automated optical filter wheel, and ATEX compliant NIR reflectance fiber optic probes. Physical constraints limit the base system to a maximum weight of 100 lbs and dimensions not exceeding 25 inches in depth or width. Additionally, the manufacturer must hold ISO9001 certification for the design, manufacture, and service of the instrument. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable offer, with technical evaluation focusing on the ability to meet all solicitation requirements, including specific signal-to-noise performance standards. Delivery is specified as FOB Destination. Interested parties must submit quotes to Lindsey McLellan by October 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CT, ensuring that two points of contact are listed and that all correspondence references the notice ID. The contract incorporates various federal acquisition regulations, including strict adherence to U.S. export control laws such as ITAR and EAR, and requires personal identity verification for contractor personnel.

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6630 - Brand Name or Equal COPAN Walk-Away Specimen Processor (WASP)

Solicitation # 36C26126Q1259

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 21 on behalf of the VA Palo Alto Health Care System, is soliciting quotes for the purchase or lease of one automated microbiology specimen processor, specifically a brand name or equal COPAN Walk-Away Specimen Processor (WASP). The system is intended to automate pre-analytical activities including specimen mixing, inoculation, streaking, and the automatic preparation of Gram slides. Required components include the WASP Basic System, associated software, a HEPA filter, a bi-directional interface, and various specialized modules such as a Urine Turning Table and a 3KVA UPS unit. The system must support Laboratory Information System (LIS) connectivity for automated labeling of plates, tubes, and slides. The government will award the contract to the responsible offeror determined to be most advantageous based on a comparative evaluation of technical capability and price, with evaluation credit assigned to verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). The procurement allows for either a direct purchase or a lease structure spanning five years, with delivery to Palo Alto, California. Invoicing must be submitted electronically via the Tungsten Network. Offerors must provide a technical volume and a firm-fixed-price schedule, ensuring all costs for shipping, installation, and warranty are included.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-4506

Solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-4506, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment, is a request for quotations for one thread plug gage, identified by NSN 5220-00-568-0195 and Stanley Engineered Fastening LLC part number 1688-5. The requirement is for a single unit to be delivered to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport in Washington. The original required delivery date is September 30, 2026, with a delivery timeframe of five days after order. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, and shipping must be conducted via the fastest traceable means, specifically excluding parcel post. The contractor must adhere to strict packaging and marking standards, including ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements and RP001 packaging requirements taking precedence. Administrative requirements include the use of Wide Area WorkFlow for electronic invoicing and payment requests. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those regarding the Buy American Act, safeguarding covered defense information, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. All quotes must be submitted through the DLA Internet Bid Board System by the closing date of October 13, 2026.

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Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-4507

Solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-4507 is a Request for Quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment for one threaded plug gage, identified by NSN 5220-00-566-4049 and Stanley Engineered Fastening LLC part number 1688-2. The requirement is for a quantity of one unit to be delivered to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport in Washington. The original required delivery date is September 30, 2026, with a delivery lead time of five days after receipt of order. Shipping is designated as FOB Origin, while both inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination in accordance with FAR 52.246-1. The contract mandates strict adherence to DLA packaging and marking standards, specifically requiring compliance with MIL-STD-129 and RP001, with DLA Master List technical and quality requirements taking precedence over ASTM D3951. All quotes must be submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board System. Administrative requirements include the use of Wide Area WorkFlow for electronic invoicing and payment. Additionally, the solicitation incorporates critical regulatory clauses regarding the safeguarding of covered defense information per DFARS 252.204-7012, Buy American Act compliance, and a prohibition on the use of additive manufacturing unless specifically authorized.

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Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-4505

Solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-4505, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment, is a request for quotations for one threaded plug gage, identified by NSN 5220-00-566-4046 and part number 1688-4. The required delivery date is September 30, 2026, with a delivery timeline of five days after order. The item is to be delivered FOB Origin to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport in Washington. Shipping must be conducted via the fastest traceable means, specifically excluding parcel post. The contract mandates strict adherence to packaging and marking standards, requiring compliance with MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, though DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement (RP001) take precedence. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination per FAR 52.246-1. Offerors must submit quotes through the DIBBS portal and comply with various federal regulations, including the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program, the Berry Amendment, and NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity assessment requirements. Invoicing and payment processing must be managed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.

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6640--STX Electrophoresis CPT

Solicitation # 36C25727Q0028

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 17, is requesting quotations for the provision of fully automated gel electrophoresis instrumentation, software, and consumables for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. The requirement includes the delivery of two FDA-approved instruments, specifically the Hydrasys 2 and Capillarys 3 Octa or equals, capable of performing serum and urine electrophoresis, immunofixation, and immunotyping. The contract structure consists of a base period from December 15, 2026, to December 14, 2027, with four subsequent option years, not to exceed a total duration of five years. This acquisition is set aside for HUBZone Small Businesses, and eligible vendors must be registered under NAICS 334516 in the System for Award Management. Award decisions will be based on the most advantageous offer, evaluating technical capability, past performance involving three to five similar projects from the last five years, and price reasonableness. Technical requirements include a 90 percent monthly uptime for equipment and a transition period not to exceed 90 days from award. Quotes must be submitted via email to Jose Campa by October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, with a total file size limit of 25 megabytes. Submissions must include detailed pricing on the provided price list and a technical response demonstrating compliance with the Statement of Work. All services must adhere to AABB and CAP accreditation policies and VHA Directive 1106.

257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 (36C257)

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6640--Electrophoresis Testing for the Albany, Buffalo, and Syracuse VA Medical Centers

Solicitation # 36C24226Q0949

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, is soliciting quotes for a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) firm-fixed-price contract to provide multi-parameter automated agarose gel electrophoresis instrumentation and associated services. This requirement supports the Albany, Buffalo, and Syracuse VA Medical Centers, specifically for Serum Protein Electrophoresis (SPEP), Urine Protein Electrophoresis (UPEP), Immunofixation (IFE), and CSF/Oligoclonal testing. The scope includes the delivery of FDA-approved equipment in current production, all necessary reagents with at least one year of expiration, consumables, and technical support. The contractor is responsible for method validation and ensuring the system features a bi-directional bar-coded computer interface compatible with Data Innovations. The procurement is unrestricted under NAICS 334516, with a response deadline of October 13, 2026. Award decisions will be based on a comparative evaluation of technical quality, past performance, and veterans involvement, with specific price credits offered to verified SDVOSB and VOSB entities. A critical component of the submission includes an implementation plan for installation within 90 days of award, as well as completed security disclosures via VA Directive 6550 Appendix A and the Manufacturer Disclosure Statement for Medical Device Security. Equipment acceptance is contingent upon achieving a 90 percent effectiveness level over 30 consecutive days and successful validation studies approved by the Laboratory Medical Director at each site.

242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

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Knudsen Cell Spool Assembly

Solicitation # 80NSSC26939887Q

NASA Shared Services Center is seeking capability statements for the fabrication, inspection, and delivery of one custom Knudsen Cell Spool Assembly to support Knudsen Effusion Mass Spectrometry instrumentation at the NASA Glenn Research Center. The procurement is being conducted under NAICS code 334516 as a commercial item acquisition per FAR Part 12. NASA intends to award a sole source contract to The Kalt Manufacturing Company of North Ridgeville, Ohio, under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), as they have been determined to be the sole provider of this assembly. The contractor must manufacture the assembly in strict accordance with NASA drawing package DWG. NO. 200201MRA001 through 200201MRA040, utilizing high-precision machining and high-temperature compatible materials. Key deliverables include the complete assembly—comprising actuator couplers, weldments, flanges, translation assemblies, rails, rollers, heater stand assemblies, and associated plates—along with 100 percent inspection reports and material certifications. All parts must be chemically etched for identification and packaged to prevent shipment damage. Performance will be located at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, with a required delivery timeline of 24 weeks after receipt of order. Final acceptance is contingent upon NASA's verification of drawing compliance, approval of inspection reports, and a successful fit and leak check with existing hardware. Interested organizations must submit capability statements by 8:00 a.m. CST on October 2, 2026, though the government explicitly states that price quotes will not be reviewed or accepted at this time.

NASA Shared Services Center

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High‑Speed Global Shutter Scientific Camera

Solicitation # 6-B185-Q-00462-00

Solicitation 6-B185-Q-00462-00 is a Request for Quotation issued by UChicago Argonne, LLC, operator of Argonne National Laboratory, for the procurement of one Libra 5514 Pro sCMOS camera and associated shipping. The required equipment must feature a back-illuminated global shutter sCMOS sensor with a 14 MP resolution, 5.5 micron pixel size, peak quantum efficiency up to 83 percent, and a dynamic range of 77.5 dB. Technical requirements include frame rates up to 670 fps at 8-bit, a 100 G or 40 G CoaXPress-over-Fiber interface, and the capability for air or liquid cooling. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price, technically acceptable methodology on a firm fixed price basis. Proposals are due by 1:00 PM CST on October 02, 2026, and must include the country of manufacture and a fully executed copy of the ANL-70 Request for Quotation and ANL-70A Representations and Certifications. Delivery is quoted as F.O.B. Destination, and the contractor is responsible for all packaging to ensure the equipment arrives undamaged. Shipping insurance is strictly unallowable as the laboratory is self-insured. The procurement is subject to various federal regulations, including the Buy American Act and specific FAR clauses regarding cybersecurity, telecommunications equipment, and labor standards. Payment for domestic vendors is typically handled via check or Paymode, while foreign vendors are paid via wire transfer.

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NETZSCH LFA 717 HyperFlash System

Solicitation # 80NSSC26944063Q

The NASA Shared Services Center is seeking capability statements for the procurement of a NETZSCH LFA 717 HyperFlash System to be located at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. This high-performance test instrument is required for the contactless measurement of thermal diffusivity, specific heat, and thermal conductivity in solids, serving as a critical replacement for outdated and non-operational Nanoflash equipment. The acquisition includes the base instrument, Proteus software, a steel furnace, an MCT detector, a refrigerated bath circulator, an LN2 multimode cooling system, and various sample holder insets and reference samples. The system must comply with several international standards, including ASTM E 1461, ISO 22007-4, and ISO 18755, and is CE certified. While the agency intends to award a sole source contract to NETZSCH Instruments North America, LLC under FAR 12.102(a) due to technical necessity and infrastructure compatibility, it is requesting qualifications from interested organizations to determine if the procurement should be competitive. The scope of work includes installation and commissioning by a service engineer, with an estimated delivery lead time of seven weeks after receipt of order. Interested vendors must submit written capability statements referencing the notice ID to the procurement specialist by 7:00 a.m. CST on October 1, 2026.

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Solicitation # SPE7M1-26-T-387R

Solicitation SPE7M1-26-T-387R is a Request for Quotations issued by DLA Land and Maritime for the procurement of 24 gas detectors, identified by NSN 6665-01-565-6215 and MSA International 3GXH8 part number 10165446. This procurement is set aside for certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB). The required delivery date is February 11, 2027, with delivery and inspection occurring at the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The contract mandates strict adherence to technical and quality standards, including Item Unique Identification (IUID) per MIL-STD-130 and DFARS 252.211-7003. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 and RP001, with specific requirements for hazardous materials under IP025 and the Hazard Communication Standard if batteries or other hazardous components are present. Offerors must submit quotes via DIBBS by October 9, 2026, and are prohibited from providing items produced via additive manufacturing unless authorized. Invoicing and payment will be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.

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Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-4485

Solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-4485 is a Request for Quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support for the procurement of two No-Go Gages (NSN 5220-00-147-7044, Part Number 7031751-01). This is a Foreign Military Sales requirement for the Royal Bahrain Air Force at Isa Air Base, Manama, Bahrain. The items must be manufactured according to Basic Drawing NR 98752 7031751, Revision E, and are subject to strict export controls under ITAR or EAR, requiring approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification for access to technical data. The contract mandates origin inspection and acceptance per FAR 52.246-2, utilizing sampling methods such as MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Packaging must comply with ASTM-D3951-15 and MIL-STD-129, with specific requirements for palletization and the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing. Key compliance mandates include CMMC Level 2 certification, adherence to the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act, and a prohibition on additive manufacturing unless authorized. Quotes must be submitted via the DIBBS system by October 9, 2026, with a price evaluation preference available for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns.

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General Info

Agency

Texas Tech University

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

TX, USA

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PostedApr 16

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Response DeadlineApr 30

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04/30/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Design, prototyping, fabrication, and integration of custom experimental apparatus such as cryogenic systems, biosensors, and nanomaterials for research use.

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