The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS),  Hollings Marine Laboratory, has a requirement for a brand name or equal to Thermo Scientific Dionex ASE 350 accelerated solvent extractor and 2 extraction cell sets (i.e. one 24-place ASE 350, 12 – 66 mL stainless steel extraction cells and 30 – 34 mL stainless steel extraction cells). The extraction system must be able to effectively extract complex environmental samples (including soils and sediments, animal and plant tissue, petroleum products) up to 20 g in mass. Equipment must meet the following salieant characteristics. See RFQ for further details.

Automated Extraction System: Brand name or equal to Dionex ASE 350

• Shall include an extraction system capable of using a wide variety of organic solvents, including, but not limited to, dichloromethane, acetone, hexane, methanol, acetonitrile.
• Shall reach temperatures up to 200°C
• Shall reach pressures up to 1500 psi
• Shall be able to extract at least 20 grams of sample material
• Shall allow for programmable and customizable extraction methods
• Shall contain extraction and collection trays that allow for differing volumes
• Shall contain probe rinsing capability to prevent cross contamination of samples
• Shall allow for multiple extractions to be performed on the same sample
• Shall allow for the ability to mix multiple solvents during the extraction method
• Contain measures to prevent overfilling of collection vials
• The unit must meet power requirements: Voltage – 120V

Extraction Cells: Brand name or equal to Dionex ASE 350 Extraction cells

• Requirements must include an appropriate turntable or rack for extraction cells with automatic homing
• Shall include at least 12 positions on the turntable
• Shall allow for extraction cells of different volumes (up to 100 mL)
• Shall have the capability to perform filtration and cleanup steps during the extraction process
• Shall be able to withstand temperatures up to 200°C and pressures of 1500 psi
• Shall be able to be used with organic solvents including, but not limited to, dichloromethane, acetone, hexane, methanol, acetonitrile.
• Shall allow for cell purging with nitrogen
• Shall contain sealed cells with controlled pressure release to minimize cross contamination
• Shall be able to handle samples masses up to 20 g

3. Additional Requirements

• The Contractor shall provide the installation of the unit.
• The Contractor shall provide on-site training describing operation and routine maintenance during the installation visit.
• The Contractor shall provide at least a 1-year warranty which shall begin upon final acceptance of installed equipment.