MCS2 Sensor Modules & Power Supplies, No Equivalents or Substitutions
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.BROOKHAVEN NATL LAB -DOE CONTRACTOR · Response deadline: Tue, 24 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory is procuring MCS2 sensor modules and power supplies. The notice explicitly states "No Equivalents or Substitutions," meaning vendors must offer the exact items specified—brand-name or otherwise designated products are required.
This acquisition falls under NAICS code 334516, which covers analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing. This industry classification includes manufacturers of instruments and measurement equipment used for laboratory analysis of composition and concentration. Such equipment is typical for national laboratories conducting fundamental and applied research in physics, chemistry, and materials science.
Because this is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, the notice serves as both an opportunity announcement and the formal request for proposals or quotes, streamlining the acquisition process.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Energy / Brookhaven National Laboratory (DOE Contractor) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | MV484545 |
| NAICS | 334516 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 24, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time |
| Place of performance | Upton, NY |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—there is no small-business set-aside, so large businesses, small businesses, and other eligible entities may compete. Vendors must be capable of supplying the exact MCS2 sensor modules and power supplies specified, with no substitutes accepted.
Given the "no equivalents or substitutions" requirement, eligibility fundamentally depends on whether you are an authorized distributor or the original manufacturer of these specific items. If you do not have direct access to the required products, you cannot meet the technical requirements.
Potential bidders should verify their status in SAM.gov (System for Award Management), as active registration is required for federal contract awards. Firms in the analytical instrument supply chain—particularly those already serving DOE national labs or research institutions—are natural candidates.
How to put together a competitive bid
Confirm product authenticity. Since substitutions are prohibited, your proposal must demonstrate direct access to genuine MCS2-branded or specifically designated sensor modules and power supplies. Include manufacturer authorization letters or distribution agreements if you are not the OEM.
Highlight supply chain reliability. National laboratory operations depend on instrument uptime. Emphasize inventory availability, lead times, and past performance delivering critical components to research or government facilities.
Address technical compliance precisely. Proposals should mirror the solicitation's specifications without deviation. Any suggestion of alternative products risks immediate disqualification.
Price competitively for full and open competition. With no set-aside, you compete against all market participants, including large established vendors. Consider whether economies of scale or specialized distributor relationships offer pricing advantages.
Review DOE contracting requirements. Brookhaven operates under a DOE contract, which may impose specific flow-down clauses regarding safety, security, or environmental compliance. See the solicitation for applicable terms.
Validate past performance references. If you have supplied analytical instruments or components to DOE labs, other federal agencies, or university research programs, prepare relevant performance citations.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number MV484545. The complete document contains specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and mandatory clauses not available in the synopsis.
Note the firm deadline: November 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions are typically inadmissible in federal procurements. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration updates, technical question submission, and proposal assembly. Submit any questions to the contracting officer well before the deadline to ensure responses can inform your bid.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →