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66 -- DIRECT INJECTION NEBULIZER SYSTEM SOL 52SBNB6C9114 POC Brenda K. Lee, Contract Specialist (301) 975-6394, C.O. Phyllis A. Bower (301) 975-6330 The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate with CETAC Technologies, Inc., 5600 South 42nd Street, Omaha, NE 68107, on a sole source basis to acquire a Direct Injection Nebulizer System 1A for Elan 5000 ICP-MS Part Number D21-99-0001AA and a Torch and Nebulizer for V.G. Plasma Quad Part Number SP-5285. The Government also requires a one year warranty to include parts and labor, FOB destination and required delivery 30 days after contract award. The Direct Injection (DIN) system is designed to inject liquid samples into two existing inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometers (ICPMS) for trace chemical analysis. The DIN will replace the existing sample injection systems which utilize cross flow nebulizers together with spray chambers. The DIN system will lower sample consumption rates to the range of 10 microliters per minute - 120 microliters per minute. The elimination of the use of a spray chamber will result in a reduction of sample memory effects. All wetted parts of the DIN will be constructed from inert materials, and the system will be resistant to Hydrofluoric Acid at concentrations up to 10%. The system will be automated to allow integrated control and communication with an autosampler. The system will include a valve module with two metal-free injection valves capable of fully automated control by the system control module. The system will include two ICP torches, one of which will be compatible with the Perkin Elmer Model Elan 5000 ICPMS and the other will be compatible with the Fissons V.G. PlasmaQuad ICPMS. The system will have a sample throughput of 150 samples per hour. The system will include an inert gas displacement pump with automated control to provide a pulseless carrier stream. The nebulizer gas pressure will be in the range of 70-120 p.s.i. and the nebulizer gas flow will be in the range of 0.3 - 0.7 microliters per minute. The manufacturer will document at least ten previous sales of DIN systems compatible with the Perkin Elmer ELAN 5000 ICPMS and the Fissons V.G. PlasmaQuad ICPMS. Interested offerors may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirements by submitting a capability statement. The capability statement must provide adequate information and qualifications of your ability to provide the requested systems in order for the Government to consider whether to open this request for competition. However, all capability statement received within 45 days after date of preparation of this synopsis, will be considered by the Government. See Note Numbered 22 (0106)

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