samsearch
    Platform
    01InfluenceShape the requirement before it's on your competitor's radar.
    Signal
    Recompete window opens in 42 days
    Facilities maintenance IDIQ$8.4M
    Forecast
    Agency spend up 18% next FY
    DoD facilitiesQ3 window
    02CaptureFind and qualify the work across every market.
    Federal91%
    Network engineering support — GSA MAS
    GSA541512
    SLED88%
    Custodial services — Fairfax County Public Schools
    K-12561720
    DIBBS79%
    Aircraft hydraulic fitting — DLA Aviation
    DLANSN 5330
    03AnalyzeExtract requirements and build the compliance matrix.
    Compliance matrix
    L.2.1Technical approachVol I
    L.3.4Staffing planVol I
    M.1Past performanceEvaluated
    SOW breakdown
    Requirements extracted38
    Mapped to Section L/M38
    Every extractionCited
    Ask Sammy
    “Do we meet the small business set-aside?”
    04ManageRun the pursuit through to award.
    Pipeline
    QualifyFacilities support · USACE
    CaptureComms upgrade · DLA
    ProposalShipyard dredging · NAVSEA
    PriyaAlex
    This week
    Submit past performance refsThu
    Confirm subK teamingFri
    Upload SF 33Mon
    05RespondDraft and submit your response.
    Drafting · Volume I
    247 words
    RFI response
    CompanyAcme Robotics LLC
    UEIJK4M8…
    Capability narrativeDrafted
    06FinanceGet paid faster on what you win.
    Capital available
    $2.4M against your award
    Facilities maintenance IDIQAwarded
    Partner matched
    LenderFederal Capital Partners
    Draw available$2.4M
    UnderwritingCleared
    The platform
    Influence
    Capture
    Analyze
    Manage
    Respond
    Finance
    One pipeline, six stages, start to award.
    See the whole platform
    Solutions
    By industry
    Tech & softwareSoftware and SaaS companies entering GovCon.Defense contractorsPrimes and subs in the defense industrial base.ConstructionBuilders bidding federal, state, and local work.CybersecuritySecurity vendors pursuing federal mandates.
    By team
    Capture managers & BDPipeline, qualification, and win strategy.Proposal teamsCompliance matrices and proposal drafting.Subcontractors & primesTeaming, subcontracting, and partner fit.
    By company size
    Small businessesSet-aside and small business contractors.EnterpriseLarge contractors running multiple pursuits.ConsultantsAdvisors and capture consultants.
    Browse all industries
    CustomersPricing
    ResourcesNew
    Learn
    AcademyCourses, guides, and playbooks.WebinarsLive sessions and recordings.DocsProduct documentation and setup guides.Implementation planOperational rollout guidance.
    Tools & data
    Free GovCon toolsCalculators, lookups, and more.Gov ExploreContracts, agencies, and NAICS codes.GovCon eventsConferences, training, and set-aside events.
    Latest blogIntroducing the New SamSearch: The Operating System for Government ContractingSamSearch has a new brand, a new site, and a new way of explaining what the platform actually does — the operating system for government contracting, organized around six stages instead of a single search box. Here's what changed and why.Read the post →
    All resources and tools
    Sign inRequest a demo
    /

    SamSearch Platform

    Stop searching. Start winning.

    AI-powered intelligence for the right opportunities, the right leads, and the right time.

    Book a Demo
    samsearch

    The Complete AI Platform for Government Contracting

    Platform
    • Product
    • Pricing
    • ROI calculator
    • Integrations
    • Changelog
    Solutions
    • Solutions
    • Customers
    • Comparisons
    • Market watch
    Resources
    • Blog
    • Free GovCon tools
    • Glossary
    • Docs
    Company
    • API & partnerships
    • Careers
    • Support
    • Compliance
    • Trust centre
    • Contact
    Recognised & verified
    SOC 2 Type II Compliant, SamSearchAWS Partner - Advanced, SamSearch on AWS MarketplaceGartner Peer Insights Customer First, SamSearchUsers Love Us
    Ask AI about samsearch
    Ask ChatGPTAsk ClaudeAsk Perplexity
    Follow

    © 2026 samsearch. All rights reserved.

    Terms of usePrivacy policy
    1. Home
    2. /Gov Explore
    3. /Contract Categories
    4. /scientific instruments

    Contract Category

    scientific instruments Government Contracts

    1,755 government contract opportunities classified as scientific instruments, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.
    1.2K federal519 SLED17 forecastsUpdated daily
    Federal Opps
    1.2K
    Federal contracts
    SLED Opps
    519
    State, local & education contracts
    Forecasts
    17
    Agency pipeline forecasts
    Total
    1.8K
    All sources combined

    1,219 federal contract opportunities classified as scientific instruments.

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    UPGRADE TO THE FTIR MICROSCOPE, RAMAN MICROSCOPE AND ION CHROMATOGRAPH EQUIPMENT

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Fisher Scientific, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, on a sole-source basis for FTIR microscope, Raman microscope, and ion chromatograph equipment. This notice is not a request for quotes. Other capable vendors may sub…

    MD

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 13, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334516Sol: N00174-26-SIMACQ-10-0122
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    XIMEA XISPEC HYPERSPECTRAL IMAGING SYSTEM

    Active

    AI Summary

    NASA/NSSC is seeking capability statements for a proposed sole-source purchase of a XIMEA xiSpec hyperspectral imaging system for use at Ames Research Center. XIMEA Corp. is identified as the sole provider. Responses are for market research only; quotes are not requested or evaluated. Capability statements must referen…

    MS

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 4, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334310Sol: 80NSSC27943810Q
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE FOR BRAND NAME: ENVIRONICS SERIES 4040 COMPUTERIZED GAS DILUTION SYSTEM

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Navy is soliciting quotes from small businesses for the brand-name Environics Series 4040 Computerized Gas Dilution System. Submit a complete PDF quote on company letterhead by the closing date, including CAGE code, delivery lead time, technical specifications, and separately itemized shipping if not included in th…

    FL

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 6, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334513Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: N61331-27-Q-TR03
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    KEYENCE VHX-X1 DIGITAL MICROSCOPE

    Active

    AI Summary

    NASA/NSSC is seeking capability statements to assess whether its planned sole-source procurement of a Keyence VHX-X1 digital microscope from Keyence Corporation of America should be competed. The equipment will support NASA’s Stennis Space Center. Quotes will not be considered; submissions must reference the notice ID …

    MS

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 3, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334513Sol: 80NSSC27947128Q
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    KEYSIGHT N1500A MATERIALS MEASUREMENT SUITE

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Naval Research Laboratory seeks quotations for a new Keysight N1500A Materials Measurement Suite, or an equal product, delivered to its Washington, DC facility. This is a full-and-open, firm-fixed-price procurement evaluated using a lowest-price technically acceptable approach. Quotes must include manufacturer auth…

    DC

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 6, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 513210Sol: N00173-27-Q-1301423674
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    INFRARED TELESCOPE AND ACCESSORIES

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Naval Research Laboratory is soliciting firm-fixed-price quotations from small businesses for new brand-name-or-equal infrared telescope equipment and accessories, with manufacturer warranty and authorized-reseller documentation required. Quotations must include technical and price information and be emailed to the…

    DC

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 2, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334516Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: N00173-27-Q-1301397725
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE FOR SIERRA INSTRUMENTS BRAND MASS FLOW CONTROLLER PER ATTACHMENTS

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Navy is soliciting small business quotes for a Sierra Instruments brand mass flow controller in accordance with the attached specifications and quantity. Submit a complete quote on company letterhead by November 4, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time, including the CAGE code, lead time, and shipping cost if not includ…

    FL

    Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 4, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334513Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: N61331-27-Q-KS02
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    HIGH-PRECISION X-RAY BEAMLINE SLITS FOR INTEGRATION INTO A CUSTOM-BUILT X-RAY REFLECTOMETER SYSTEM

    Active

    AI Summary

    NASA is seeking capability statements for high-precision X-ray beamline slits to integrate into a custom-built X-ray reflectometer at Marshall Space Flight Center. NASA intends to award a sole-source contract to JJ X-RAY A/S but may consider competition based on responses. This is not a request for quotes; vendors must…

    MS

    Posted Oct 29, 2026Due Nov 3, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334516Sol: 80NSSC27947230Q
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    REDACTED JUSTIFICATION & APPROVAL (J&A)

    Archived

    AI Summary

    This is a redacted Justification and Approval notice from the Defense Logistics Agency. It identifies NAICS code 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, but provides no details about the specific item, requirement, solicitation, or acquisition procedure.

    MI

    Posted Oct 29, 2026JustificationNAICS 334516Sol: SPRDL1-25-R-0227
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    THORLABS FIBER SCALPSS 2

    Active

    AI Summary

    NASA has issued a special notice for a sole-source requirement to procure a Thorlabs Fiber SCALPSS 2 instrument. The notice identifies NAICS code 334516 and lists a deadline of November 2, 2026.

    MS

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 2, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334516Sol: 80NSSC27948034Q
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    AFIT LOCK IN AMPLIFIER

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Air Force is soliciting a quote for one lock-in amplifier under solicitation FA860127Q0010, with delivery required within 60 days after order to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Award is expected to use a lowest-price technically acceptable approach. Vendors must submit a completed required information sheet …

    OH

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 11, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334515Sol: FA860127Q0010
    View details→

    DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

    GRAPHITE FURNACE ATOMIC ABSORPTION SPECTROMETER

    Active

    AI Summary

    NIST is conducting market research for a graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometer to support trace-element certification of standard reference materials. The instrument must measure liquid samples with a copper detection limit of 0.02 µg/L or better and support direct solid-sample analysis without digestion. Ven…

    MD

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 28, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 334516Sol: NIST-MML-FY27-SS01
    View details→

    DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

    CARL ZEISS MICROSCOPY, LLC, SMARTZOOM 5, AND OPTIONS

    Active

    AI Summary

    Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Enrichment Science and Engineering Division is seeking a Carl Zeiss SmartZoom 5 microscope and options under a brand-name-or-equal requirement. The bill of materials provides specifications and details. The opportunity is issued as RFQSSPR511693, with purchase terms, flowdown clauses, an…

    TN

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 6, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334516Sol: RFQSSPR511693
    View details→

    DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

    REPLACEMENT CESIUM SOURCE HEAD FOR A SECONDARY ION MASS SPECTROMETRY INSTRUMENT

    Active

    AI Summary

    NIST intends to award a sole-source purchase to ION-TOF USA, Inc. for a replacement cesium source head for its nonfunctional time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry instrument. The notice identifies ION-TOF as the only authorized provider of compatible equipment, service, and spare parts. No solicitation will be…

    MD

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 7, 2026PresolicitationSol: NB573063-27-0001
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    4 SERIES MIXED SIGNAL OSCILLOSCOPE (MSO44B)

    Archived

    AI Summary

    NASA/NSSC is seeking capability statements from vendors able to provide a 4 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope (MSO44B), as described in the attached statement of work. Vendors must reference the notice ID when submitting. This is a market research notice; quotes are not requested and will not be evaluated.

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Oct 30, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334515Sol: 80NSSC27941006Q
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    FS5 ANALYZER

    Archived

    AI Summary

    The Army is soliciting offers for an FS5 analyzer under a combined synopsis/solicitation, with a small-business set-aside. The notice allows equal products that meet the stated requirements, including alternatives to specified software and ancillary equipment where those items are unnecessary. Delivery within 90 days a…

    NY

    Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Oct 30, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 333243Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: W911S227U0072
    View details→

    NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

    ZYGO PURCHASE

    Archived

    AI Summary

    NASA issued a special notice for a sole-source Zygo purchase, indicating an intended procurement of Zygo equipment. The notice lists NAICS 334519, but does not provide the specific item, quantity, value, or acquisition procedure. Interested vendors should consult the solicitation details for requirements and terms.

    MS

    Posted Oct 27, 2026Due Oct 29, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 334519Sol: 80NSSC27948060Q
    View details→

    DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

    DLC DL PRO AND ACCESSORIES

    Active

    AI Summary

    UT-Battelle, LLC, operator of Oak Ridge National Laboratory, is seeking a DLC DL PRO and accessories, or equivalent, for its Materials Science and Technology Division. Product specifications are provided in Attachment C, the RFQ511301 Bill of Materials. The solicitation includes commercial purchase order terms, flowdow…

    TN

    Posted Oct 27, 2026Due Nov 4, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334413Sol: RFQ511301
    View details→

    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    HIGH-PRECISION WAVEMETER

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Air Force Institute of Technology is conducting market research to identify sources capable of providing a high-precision wavemeter for physics research at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Interested vendors should submit a capability package by email by November 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. This is …

    OH

    Posted Oct 27, 2026Due Nov 12, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 334516Sol: FA860127Q0020
    View details→

    DEPARTMENT OF STATE

    HANDHELD DENSITY METERS / DETECTORS

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Department of State is requesting quotations for high-density handheld detectors/meters. It intends to award a purchase order to the responsible offeror submitting an acceptable quotation at the lowest price, potentially based on initial quotations without discussions. Quotations, required forms, pricing, represent…

    DC

    Posted Oct 27, 2026Due Nov 10, 2026SolicitationNAICS 334513Sol: 19ES6027Q0011
    View details→

    scientific instruments Government Contracts, FAQ

    Common questions about finding and winning scientific instruments government contracts.

    Win your next scientific instruments contract

    Track active scientific instruments solicitations and get notified the moment new opportunities match your profile.

    Book a DemoSee SamSearch in action →

    Top agencies

    DEPT OF DEFENSE9NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION6DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE2DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY2DEPARTMENT OF STATE1

    Related categories

    defense logistics95,838construction services65,877military supplies35,424defense contracting33,656military equipment33,103military procurement29,583procurement24,941government contracting22,828electronic components20,630public works16,403facility maintenance13,398veterans affairs12,500
    View all categories →

    Explore

    All Agencies→By State→NAICS Demand Lanes→PSC Contract Lanes→Federal Contractors→