Analytical wipe sampling analysis for Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) Tank Wall Residue Characterization for Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy / NAVFAC Systems and Expeditionary Warfare Center has awarded a fixed-price Purchase Order to Eurofins Lancaster for Analytical Wipe Sampling Analysis. This sole-source award, made under Simplified Acquisition Procedures due to "Unusual and Compelling Urgency," is for the characterization of Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) tank wall residue from the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.
Scope of Work
The contract requires specialized chemical laboratory analytical services for wipe samples. Key services include:
- Provision of sampling containers, solvents, wipes, and chains of custody.
- Analytical chemistry services for wipe samples.
- Specialized analysis for Alkylated Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) using EPA Method 8270E in Selective Ion Monitoring (SIM) mode.
- Custom sample preparation developed by Eurofins Lancaster to address foaming issues with the modified ASTM D6661 wipe sampling methodology. The analysis is critical for characterizing residual residue on tank walls at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Awardee: Eurofins Lancaster
- Period of Performance: April 30, 2026 – April 30, 2027
- Estimated Value: Not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold (under $350,000).
- Competition Type: Other than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Award Date: Published May 27, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
This procurement was conducted using other than full and open competition due to "Unusual and Compelling Urgency" (10 USC 3204(a)(2)). Eurofins Lancaster was identified as the only responsible source reasonably available. The urgency is driven by the Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill's legal obligation to meet closure timelines outlined in the Administrative Order on Consent. Eurofins Lancaster possesses unique project-specific knowledge, continuity, and in-place capabilities essential for this specialized analysis, mitigating significant technical risk and delays.
Additional Notes
This is an award notice, not a solicitation for proposals. The government proceeded with a direct award. The place of performance for the contracting office is Port Hueneme CBC Base, CA, while the samples originate from the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.