66--Semi-continuous Organic/Elemental Carbon Analyzer

NAICS Code: 334516 A semi-continuous analyzer is needed to evaluate particulate carbon analysis protocols. In addition, the semi-continuous analyzer is needed for particulate matter receptor modeling studies (ambient and personal). The requested semi-continuous particulate carbon analyzer must meet the following requirements: organic and elemental carbon concentrations with a time resolution of at least 1 hour, organic and elemental carbon concentration sensitivity of at least 0.5 micrograms carbon per cubic meter for a 30 minute sample at 8 liters per minute, and transmittance measurement with a temperature stabilized diode laser. The analyzer must be capable of running the NIOSH Method 5040 and EPA Speciation Trends Network particulate carbon analysis protocols. The vendor shall provide, and costs should be included and itemized in the bid, for the following: 1. Laptop with the operating software for the analyzer; 2. Training (approximately 2-3 days) of technical personnel in use of the equipment; and 3. Shipping the analyzer to EPA, Research Triangle Park, NC. Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listing or approved third-party listing of any applicable components is required. Acceptable third-party testing submission is subject to approval by EPA (OARM/ORD Safety Officer) on a case-by-case basis. The vendor must certify that the above specifications will be met. Delivery of the required instrument should be within 60 days of the date of the vendor's receipt of the purchase order. The proposed procurement is 100% set aside for small business. Submit responses to the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, Attention: Anna L. Mustard, RTP Procurement Operations Division (E105-02), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711. FAXed submissions may be sent to the attention of Anna L. Mustard at (919) 541-4273. No telephonic submissions will be accepted.