Bid guide
How to bid on Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS) for USAFSAM/OEA
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RMZB) plans to acquire two Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS) units. These units are for the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM/OEA) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This equipment is crucial for the school's analytical laboratory instrument needs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submissions is August 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Only responses received by this date and time will be considered. The government will review all submissions to determine if a competitive procurement is necessary, or if the sole source award to Agilent Technologies will proceed.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily for Agilent Technologies, Inc., as the Air Force intends a sole source award due to Agilent being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole developer of the required MassHunter software. However, authorized distributors of Agilent products and other responsible sources who can meet the requirements in the Minimum Requirements Document (MRD) are invited to submit a capability statement, quotation, or an objection to the sole source intent. The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.
How to respond
To respond, you must submit your capability statement, quotation, or objection via email to Mr. Jason B. Sav at [email protected]. The email subject line must read exactly: “Notice of Intent to Award SS – Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS)”. Ensure that any attachments are in .PDF, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx format, as other file types like .zip or .exe will be blocked by email filters.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the attached Minimum Requirements Document (MRD) to ensure your capability statement or quotation addresses all specified requirements. If you are submitting an objection to the sole source intent, clearly articulate why your firm, or the product you offer, can meet the Air Force's needs as effectively as Agilent Technologies, including the specific software requirements. Pay close attention to the email subject line and attachment format rules to ensure your submission reaches the contracting officer.
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.
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