Description
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking quotations from qualified small businesses for a Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) preconcentration system to support the Gas Sensing Metrology Group’s development of primary standards and reference materials. The requirement is a total small‑business set‑aside and includes two line items: (1) a new preconcentrator unit with accessories, software, shipping, installation, warranty and training; and (2) a new multi‑port autosampler with the same support services. All equipment must be brand‑new, meet the detailed technical specifications in the Statement of Requirements, and be delivered FOB destination within 90 days of award. Quotations must be firm‑fixed price, technically acceptable, and submitted via email by 11:00 a.m. ET on 9/18/2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer.
• Small‑Business Set‑Aside (size standard ≤ 1,000 employees)
• NAICS 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
• Two line items: preconcentrator system (CLIN 0001) and multi‑port autosampler (CLIN 0002)
• Delivery: FOB destination, ≤ 90 days from award
• Mandatory technical documentation proving capability to meet specifications
• Firm‑fixed price quotations only; no GSA/FSS contracts allowed
• Questions due one week before the submission deadline (relative date)
• Award to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer