What types of agencies buy Optical Emission services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Optical Emission services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Optical Emission contracts through their own procurement portals.

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Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Optical Emission?

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Optical Emission Government Contracts

18 government contract opportunities classified as Optical Emission, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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12 federal contract opportunities classified as Optical Emission.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: ONE (1) MICROWAVE INDUCED, NITROGEN SUPPORTED PLASMA BASED OPTICAL EMISSION INSTRUMENT.

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The Department of Defense intends to sole source one microwave induced, nitrogen supported plasma based optical emission instrument. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 334516 and is not set aside for small businesses. Interested parties should prepare to respond to this combined synopsis/solicitation.

Posted Aug 3, 2026Due Aug 10, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: W911QX26QA164

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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

GAS CHROMATOGRAPH/COUPLED PLASMA OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETER

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NASA is soliciting for a gas chromatograph coupled with a plasma optical emission spectrometer. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 334516 and is set aside for small businesses. Interested bidders should refer to the attached RFQ for detailed specifications and submission guidelines.

Posted Jul 31, 2026Due Aug 7, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334516Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 80NSSC26939493Q

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SPECTOMETERS, LAB ENVIRONMENT AND MOBILE

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The Department of Defense is soliciting proposals for four optical emission spectrometers, including two benchtop and two portable units, along with ancillary equipment. Bidders must comply with the statement of work provided in the solicitation. This opportunity is classified under NAICS code 334516.

Posted Jul 30, 2026Due Sep 8, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: W911KF26QA048

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SPECTOMETERS, LAB ENVIRONMENT AND MOBILE

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The Department of Defense is seeking bids for four optical emission spectrometers, including two benchtop and two portable models, along with ancillary equipment. This opportunity is open for full competition, with an estimated issue date of August 11, 2026.

Posted Jul 28, 2026Due Sep 8, 2026PresolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: W911KF-26-Q-A048

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

Portable Optical Emission Spectroscopy Testing System

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The Department of Defense is soliciting quotes for one Portable Optical Emission Spectroscopy Testing System, set aside for small businesses. The system must meet specified technical criteria and be delivered to Tinker AFB, OK. Interested parties should submit their quotes by the stated closing date, ensuring all requi…

Posted Jul 23, 2026Due Aug 7, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334516Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: FA812526Q0075

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

BENCHTOP OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETER

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The Department of Energy is seeking proposals for a benchtop inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer for multi-element trace elemental analysis. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM CST on July 22, 2026, and must include a fully executed ANL-70 Request for Quotation. This opportunity will be evaluated based on…

Posted Jul 17, 2026Due Jul 22, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: 6-B185-Q-00353-00

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

C26-078 ET PORTABLE OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROSCOPY TESTING SYSTEM

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The Department of Defense is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for the C26-078 ET Portable Optical Emission Spectroscopy Testing System. Interested contractors should provide documentation of their capabilities. Participation does not guarantee future contract awards, and the government will not …

Posted Apr 3, 2026Due Apr 17, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 334516Sol: C26-078

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETER, INSTALLATION, AND TRAINING

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking proposals for the purchase of one optical emission spectrometer, including installation and training services. Interested bidders should refer to the attached solicitation information and performance work statement for detailed requirements.

Posted Sep 12, 2025Due Sep 22, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334519Sol: F3C3L35232AW02

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETER, INSTALLATION, AND TRAINING

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Posted Sep 4, 2025Due Sep 15, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334519Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: F3C3L35232AW01

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

REPAIR OF SPECTRO ARCOS INDUCTIVELY COUPLED PLASMA - OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETRY ANALYZER

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology requires service and repair for a Spectro ARCOS ICP-OES Analyzer. SPECTRO Analytical Instruments is the sole approved supplier for this service, and the contracting officer intends to award a purchase order noncompetitively to AMETEK, INC. This opportunity falls under …

Posted Aug 4, 2025Due Aug 18, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 336412Sol: OU63-25-NEW-213

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

Spectrometer Metal Analyzer - ARL iSpark 8860 Plus Series OES & Maintenance

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to supply one new ARL iSpark™ 8860 Plus Series Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES) spectrometer metal analyzer, along with necessary maintenance and support. The contract includes 12 months of annual maintenance coverage for four option year…

Posted May 21, 2025Due May 23, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: FA857125Q0076

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SPECTRO OPTICAL EMISSION SPECTROMETER PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

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The Department of the Navy intends to award a sole source purchase order for preventative maintenance of a Spectro Optical Emission Spectrometer to Spectro Analytical Instruments, Inc. This opportunity is classified under service contracts and is not subject to Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

Posted Jul 10, 2023Due Jul 13, 2023Combined Synopsis/SolicitationSol: N6852023R0062

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