Gerstel Thermal Desorption Service - Library of Congress

The Library of Congress, Contracts Services, intends to award a sole-source contract for a comprehensive service agreement supporting a Gerstel Multipurpose Sampler (MPS) and its associated components, including filtration, thermal desorption, and dynamic headspace modules. This requirement focuses on providing onsite preventive maintenance, repairs, and parts replacements for equipment originally acquired and previously maintained under a five-year agreement starting in fiscal year 2021. The proposed contract structure consists of a one-year base period with four subsequent one-year options to ensure the continued operational integrity of the system in Washington, DC.

This acquisition is classified under NAICS code 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, and PSC 6635, Physical Properties Testing and Inspection. Following the procedures for other than full and open competition, the Library has identified Gerstel Inc. as the sole-source provider, as detailed in the accompanying Justification and Approval documentation. This special notice serves as the required synopsis of the proposed contract action, and the Library does not intend to issue a written solicitation or request proposals from other parties.

The response deadline for this notice is May 4, 2026. Documentation associated with this action includes a redacted Justification and Approval (JA_26-LGD-0059_Gerstel Inc_Redacted.pdf) and a Statement of Work (SOW_26-LGD-0059_Gerstel MPS_20260421 edits.docx). Colleen Daly serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement.