The contract is for the acquisition of a Time-of-Flight Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer for geochemical mapping, along with related software, hardware, and a service contract. The contract was awarded to Spectro Analytical Instruments, Inc. The scope of work includes providing the equipment and services to FSU's National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. Key features of the contract include:
• The equipment must be compatible with a kilohertz laser for geochemical mapping
• The contract includes an ongoing service contract
• The contract is for a purchase order (PO) with a specific solicitation number (ITB 6603-3)
• The contract is subject to Florida Board of Governors' regulations and protest procedures