Name: Spectrometer Repair
Creator: AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
Published: 2026-09-01
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Spectrometer Repair

PresolicitationNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
Work to be performed in WASHINGTON, DC
Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID: 1174754
Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
Agency: AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
Sub-Agency: RURAL HOUSING SERVICE
Office: USDA/RD/REGIONAL ACQ DIVISION
Posted Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Response Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
PSC Code: 6640
Set-Aside: No Set Aside
Place of Performance: WASHINGTON, DC, 20005
Status: Active

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Description

The government plans to award a Sole Source award to Thermo Fisher Scientific for the repair of an Exploris 240 OrbiTrap mass spectrometer (MS) at the USDA ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Science Center thats currently non -operational and requires a HCD cell that cannot reach operational pressure. Estimated cost below $20,00. Authority FAR 6.302-1 Only One Responsible Source. Vendors can Submit capability Statements for consideration before Sept 15th 2026, at 12PM can be e-mailed to brian.beaver@usda.gov

Why This Opportunity Matters

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for professional services with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in WASHINGTON, DC. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.