Triple Quadrupole GC-MS/MS System Supply

The contract entails the procurement of a high-precision triple quadrupole gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) system for use in forensic or environmental testing applications in Quito, Ecuador. This equipment is critical for detecting and quantifying trace-level chemical compounds, ensuring accurate analytical results for regulatory compliance, criminal investigations, or environmental monitoring. The system must meet stringent performance standards to support sensitive sampling and data interpretation in a laboratory setting where precision and reliability are paramount. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of State’s Acquisitions - Rpso Frankfurt office, indicating international procurement aligned with U.S. government operational needs abroad. The solicitation was posted on June 26, 2026, with a firm response deadline of December 8, 2026, at 14:00 UTC, allowing potential vendors sufficient time to prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334516 identifies the category as Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Testing, and Navigational Equipment, aligning the supplier’s capabilities with advanced scientific instrumentation. The place of performance is clearly designated as Quito, Ecuador, requiring the successful bidder to ensure delivery, installation, and validation of the system at a facility within that city. While no set-aside provisions or point of contact are specified, the contract underscores the importance of technical expertise, compliance with international shipping and calibration standards, and post-delivery support to maintain operational readiness.