Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer to Analyze Soil and Plant Material
Combined Synopsis Solicitation from AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE • AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: NE. Response deadline: Feb 17, 2026. Industry: NAICS 334513 • PSC 6640.
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Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0050 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for: One (1) Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer to analyze soil and plant material in accordance with Specifications attachment.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334513. The small business size standard is 750 in number of employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
Require one (1) Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer to analyze soil and plant material in accordance with Specifications attachment.
Delivery Address:
USDA, ARS, Plains Area (PA), Agroecosystem Management Research Unit (AMRU)
3720 East Campus Loop South
251 Filley Hall, University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68583
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Solicitation Attachments:
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Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions
Attachment 2 – Specifications
FAR 52.225-3 Buy American–Free Trade Agreements–Israeli Trade Act is included in this solicitation - One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements.
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The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for one Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer designed to analyze soil and plant material, as outlined in the specification attachment. The procurement is set aside specifically for small businesses, in accordance with the SBA guidelines. The response deadline is February 17, 2026, providing a short window for submissions, so potential bidders should prepare promptly.
The buyer aims to procure one advanced Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer for use in agricultural research, specifically to enhance analysis capabilities related to soil and plant materials.
- Review detailed specifications in Attachment 2 for the Carbon/Nitrogen Analyzer.
- Prepare a quotation based on the RFQ requirements outlined in the solicitation.
- Ensure compliance with the Buy American Act and Free Trade Agreements as specified in FAR 52.225-3.
- Submit the quotation by the response deadline of February 17, 2026.
- Quotation on firm letterhead, including pricing details.
- Compliance with specifications outlined in Attachment 2.
- Acknowledgment of terms and conditions in Attachment 1.
- Your ability to meet the delivery requirements to Lincoln, NE.
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- No specific performance period stated for the analyzer acquisition.
- Absence of detailed specifications in solicited attachments.
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