Bulk Mineralogy and Detailed Clay Analysis

The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking paired bulk mineralogy and detailed clay analyses of 58 rock samples using X-ray diffraction, with the notice indicating an intended award to QMinerals unless another capable vendor responds.

United States of America > INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE > DEPARTMENTAL OFFICES > USGS CONTRACTING ACTIVITY


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140GG027Q0021
Nov 10, 2026 06:00 PM
Nov 03, 2026 04:51 PM
2 months
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Federal
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12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA, USA
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The U.S. Geological Survey seeks paired bulk mineralogy and detailed clay analyses by X-ray diffraction for 58 rock samples in each analysis category. The work includes sample preparation, XRD measurement, data interpretation, and reporting: bulk quantification of crystalline phases and amorphous content, plus clay-fraction quantification of clay mineral species. Deliverables include the procedures used and all data in spreadsheet format, due within two months after the samples are received. The notice states that the agency intends to award to QMinerals because it considers that laboratory the only commercially available source able to meet data-continuity requirements. Other vendors with comparable technical expertise and capability were invited to express interest by the stated response deadline.

Classification Codes
NAICS541380Testing Laboratories and Services
PSCB517Geological Studies
Smart Codes
bulk mineralogy analysisclay mineral analysisx-ray diffraction analysis
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 10, 2026 06:00 PM-Response Deadline
Nov 13, 2026-Notice Inactive Date
Documents
TitleDate Posted
Attachment_-_J_A_1.pdfNov 03, 2026 12:00 PM
Attachment_-_Statement_of_Work__1.pdfNov 03, 2026 12:00 PM
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