Description
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified sources capable of providing in-situ laser-ablation split-stream (LASS) radiogenic isotope and trace element analysis services. The contractor shall provide access to a Laser-Ablation Split-Stream Multi-Collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (LASS-MC-ICPMS) laboratory for U-Pb geochronology, Hf isotope, and trace element concentration analysis on zircon samples. The scope of work includes providing 6 total days of instrument time, maintaining the LASS-MC-ICPMS, and ensuring reproducibility of U/Pb and Hf ratios. The contractor must also provide technical support and data reduction services.
• Provide 6 total days of instrument time.
• Maintain the LASS-MC-ICPMS and ensure reproducibility of U/Pb and Hf ratios.
• Allow 24-hour access to the instrument for USGS scientists during each service day.
• Provide technical support and data reduction services.
• Assign personnel with a Ph.D. in analytical geochemistry.