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Lab & Facility Chemicals for Government Agencies
ACS, HPLC and Lab/Technical solvents, acids and disinfectants for federal, state, municipal and military buyers — on GSA Advantage, with purchase orders, net terms, tax-exempt ordering and SDS and COA online.
What you need at each step
Agencies buy chemicals for labs, utilities, facilities and fleets. Pick products by the mission they support — each one links to its product page with grades, sizes and documents.
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Public health labs
Alcohols disinfect benches and tools and serve as general lab solvents.
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Analytical & forensic labs
High-purity solvents for chromatography, extraction and method-based testing.
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Water & utilities
Disinfect water and adjust pH at municipal plants and field sites.
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Facilities & sanitation
Sanitize surfaces, equipment and food service areas in public buildings.
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Fleet & maintenance
Degrease parts and clean electronics, optics and equipment in motor pools.
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Sample & reagent prep
Digest samples and prepare solutions with clean acids and purified water.
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SupportingSulfuric Acid 96% ACS Reagent Grade Solution (95-98%, Concentrated H2SO4)
ACS Grade
Best for: acid digestion, pH adjustment
SupportingHydrochloric Acid 5% Solution, Reagent Grade
Reagent Grade
Best for: dilute acid cleaning and pH work
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SupportingWhich grade does your solicitation call for?
Solicitations and lab SOPs often name a grade. Match it on the label and COA — buying above spec costs more, and buying below can fail a method.
See our certifications →| Grade | What it means | For nutrient blending | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACS | Meets American Chemical Society reagent specifications | Yes | Digestion, titration, standards |
| HPLC | High purity with low residue for chromatography | Yes | Chromatography, trace analysis |
| Reagent | Purity for analytical and lab methods | Yes — check method | Routine lab work, solutions |
| USP | Meets U.S. Pharmacopeia monograph standards | Check method | Clinics, medical and health units |
| Lab/Technical | Lab or industrial purity for general use | No | Facilities, fleet, cleaning |
What government buyers check before they buy
- Grade on the spec
- Match the grade named in the solicitation or SOP to the label and lot COA.
- Contract vehicle
- Order through GSA Advantage or send a purchase order, whichever your agency requires.
- Small business status
- SBA WOSB and WBENC certification can count toward agency small business goals.
- Tax-exempt status
- Send your exemption certificate before ordering so tax is not charged on invoices.
- Hazmat shipping
- Flammables, corrosives and oxidizers have carrier limits — confirm the delivery address and dock.
Paperwork for procurement
SDS library Every product, online before you order. Certificate of Analysis Lot-specific COA for your records. Certifications Kosher, Halal, Organic and RSPO on select products. Vendor & tax-exempt setup Send your tax-exempt certificate to customer care before ordering.
Procurement rules, contract vehicles and chemical storage requirements vary by agency; confirm with your contracting officer and safety office.
From bench orders to base supply
Order a pint for a lab method or a tote for a facility. Purchase orders, net terms and GSA Advantage ordering at every size.
1 pt Lab method
1 gal Field kit
5 gal Shop supply
55 gal Drum
275 gal Tote
Government buyer questions
Is Lab Alley on GSA Advantage?
Yes. Lab Alley products are available to eligible buyers through GSA Advantage. Call customer care for help finding a product or ordering through the schedule.
Is Lab Alley a certified small business?
Yes. Lab Alley is certified by the SBA as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and by WBENC as a women's business enterprise.
Do you accept purchase orders and net terms?
Yes. We accept purchase orders, and agencies can apply for net terms through our credit application.
Can our agency order tax-exempt?
Yes. Send your tax-exempt certificate to customer care so it can be applied to your account before you place an order.
Can I get an SDS and COA for each product?
Yes. The SDS and a lot-specific Certificate of Analysis are available online for every product, for your safety office and records.
How fast do government orders ship?
99.5% of orders ship in 1–2 business days. Hazmat items may have carrier restrictions, so confirm your delivery address can receive them.
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Buying for an agency or base?
Send a PO, set up net terms or get a quote for recurring orders — call 512-668-9918.