Organic & Inorganic Soil, Sediment & Water Labor
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) is seeking qualified laboratories to provide Organic & Inorganic Soil, Sediment & Water Laboratory Analysis services. This opportunity will result in the award of up to five (5) Firm Fixed-Price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for a five-year period. The government intends to award at least three BPAs to small businesses. Quotes are due by July 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
Contractors will perform laboratory analysis of soil, sediment, and water samples for both inorganic and organic parameters. Samples will be collected by Reclamation from California, Oregon, and Nevada. Key requirements include:
- Analyzing samples using approved EPA or other specified methods.
- Providing Level 1 certified bottles upon request.
- Participating in annual performance testing studies.
- Submitting electronic data reports and Electronic Data Deliverables (EDD) conforming to Attachment B specifications.
- Conducting all analysis in-house; subcontracting requires prior approval.
- Adhering to specified turn-around times: 3 weeks for initial analysis, 2 weeks for first re-analysis, and 1 week for subsequent re-analysis or holding time failures.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs).
- Period of Performance: 5 years, from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2031.
- Maximum Value: Each BPA will have a maximum value of $400,000.00. Individual orders must be between $0.00 and $400,000.00 per year.
- Set-Aside: This is a Full and Open acquisition with no set-aside, however, the government contemplates awarding at least three BPAs to small businesses.
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories), Size Standard: $19.0 million.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Laboratories must possess applicable Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program Certification for labs in CA, or similar credentials for labs outside CA.
- Must pass an in-person Quality Assurance (QA) Laboratory Audit, as detailed in Attachment A.
- Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- A Wage Determination (2015-5631, Rev. 26) applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in California.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: July 9, 2026, by 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Email to Sherry Heibeck at sherry_heibeck@ios.doi.gov.
- Required Documents: Completed price schedule (Attachment D), laboratory location, laboratory certification, capability statement, and SAM.gov registration.
- Evaluation Factors: Comparative evaluation based on price, approved laboratory (QA Audit, certification), laboratory location (preference for USBR's Interior Region 10, California-Great Basin), and past performance.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Sherry Heibeck, sherry_heibeck@ios.doi.gov, 916-978-6188.