Bid guide
How to bid on Maintenance Service Agreement for PE NEXION 2000B with the Dept. of the Interior
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Geological Survey, part of the Department of the Interior, needs a maintenance service agreement for a PE NEXION 2000B inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometer. This is a request for quote (RFQ) for commercial items.
This opportunity is a small business set-aside. Firms specializing in Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (NAICS 811219) should consider this bid.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. All quotes and any questions must be submitted by September 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline.
Award will be made to the vendor whose quote is determined to be the most advantageous to the government, conforming to the RFQ requirements.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. Companies with experience in maintaining and repairing electronic and precision equipment, particularly scientific instruments like inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometers, are well-suited.
The relevant NAICS code is 811219, which covers Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the portal. You may need to click the link twice to get directly to the bid page. A free account may be required to view the documents.
All questions and your final quote must be emailed directly to Kekila Keuma at [email protected]. Ensure all requirements for quote preparation and submission, as detailed in the solicitation, are followed.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully read the entire solicitation to understand all requirements and evaluation criteria. Pay close attention to the scope of services needed for the PE NEXION 2000B spectrometer.
Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar equipment and maintenance services. Provide a detailed breakdown of your proposed service plan and pricing. Ensure your quote addresses all aspects requested in the RFQ to be considered most advantageous to the government.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Geological Survey; the original posting controls.