Supply of Salt Kit and 30-Position Autosampler for TOC Analyzer

The contract involves the supply of a salt kit and a 30-position autosampler designed to be fully compatible with a TOC analyzer system for automated sample handling and preparation. This equipment will enhance the efficiency and accuracy of water quality testing by enabling unattended, high-throughput analysis of samples, reducing manual intervention and potential error. The salt kit is intended to support specific analytical requirements within the TOC measurement process, ensuring reliable results across a range of sample matrices. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, indicating that only small business concerns are eligible to respond. The North American Industry Classification System code 333318 identifies the relevant industry as Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring, Testing, and Navigational Equipment. Performance of the contract is required in Ames, Iowa, with a response deadline of June 5, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract was posted on April 30, 2026, with the USDA Agricultural Research Service, Ames, as the contracting activity under the Department of Agriculture.