F--SPECIAL NOTICE for Superfund Analytical Methods
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 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a Special Notice for the reprocurement of Superfund Analytical Methods (SFAM), specifically for Inorganic and Organic analytical services. This is a Partial Small Business Set-Aside, with a goal to award up to 50% to small business concerns. The notice precedes a formal solicitation (68HERL26R0005) anticipated to be released between 21-45 calendar days after this notice's issuance.
Scope of Work
This requirement supports the EPA's Superfund Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) by providing analytical data for investigation and clean-up activities. The SFAM02.1 Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the use of approved EPA methods, offering flexibility while maintaining performance and quality standards. Key updates include simplified electronic reporting and longer delivery turnaround times. Services involve isolation, detection, and quantitative measurement of target analytes in aqueous/water, soil/sediment, and waste matrices.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation Notice (for a forthcoming solicitation)
- Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), with a goal to award up to 50% to small businesses.
- NAICS Code: 541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services
- PSC Code: F999 - Other Environmental Services, Studies, And Analytical Support
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Between 21-45 calendar days after February 5, 2026.
- Published: February 5, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a notice only; no proposals are being requested or accepted at this time. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for the formal solicitation release, amendments, and schedule updates. The official SOW will be posted on the EPA CLP website (www.epa.gov/clp) and attached to the solicitation. All responsible sources may submit a proposal in response to the forthcoming solicitation.