EMA - Alpha Spectroscopy Lab Services

The State of Illinois Emergency Management Agency is procuring laboratory services to perform alpha‑spectroscopy analysis on approximately 110 soil samples collected for a uranium and thorium contamination investigation. The vendor must be accredited by NELAP or an equivalent body, receive the shipped samples, conduct the specified radionuclide analyses, and provide comprehensive analytical reports, chain‑of‑custody documentation, quality‑control records, and arrange disposal of residual materials. • Perform alpha‑spectroscopy on U‑238, U‑234, Th‑230, Th‑232, and Th‑228 for each sample. • Deliver chain‑of‑custody paperwork, analytical results, and QC documentation to IEMA‑OHS. • Must hold valid NELAP (or equivalent) accreditation; provide certification within 48 hours of request. • Service covers receipt, analysis, reporting, and proper disposal of all residual samples.