Dugway Proving Ground ISO 17025 Accredited Calibration Services

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation W911S626QA010, dated 06 APR 2026, provides clarifications in the form of a Question and Answer (Q&A) section.

• Miscellaneous text in Block 14 (Description of Amendment/Modification) has been updated to include Q&A.

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated. This amendment serves to clarify existing information.

• Media and Operating Range: The media flowed through the flow meters/controllers is typically nitrogen or air, with an operating range of 0-2 L/min.

• Setup Pictures: Pictures of the setup for the flow meters/controllers are unavailable as they are configured in test fixtures.

• Off-Site Calibration: Off-site calibration is not allowed for flow meters/controllers; they must be calibrated on-site. Only weight sets can be calibrated off-site.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Technical Exhibit B - Deliverables Schedule, outlines the specific deliverables required from the contractor, their frequency, submission requirements, and the point of contact for submission. It serves as a schedule for the contractor to provide necessary documentation and services related to ISO 17025 accreditation and calibration.

• On-site support from certified ISO 17025 technician: Requires annual submission of updated documentation to the COR.
• Proof of relevant training and qualifications: The contractor must include a summary of their ISO 17025 calibration procedures in their proposal.
• Maintain ISO 17025 Accreditation: Annual submission of updated documentation to the COR.
• ISO calibration report: Detailed reports for each instrument, including data and traceability information, must be submitted to the COR within five business days of completing calibration services, either electronically or via database access.
• Physical stamp: A label/stamp indicating the new calibration date and ISO 17025 accreditation must be affixed to each calibrated instrument immediately following calibration.

This exhibit is crucial for bidders as it details the specific deliverables expected throughout the contract period. It clarifies the types of documentation, reports, and physical markings required, as well as the frequency and submission methods. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately estimate resources, develop their technical approach, and ensure compliance if awarded the contract.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To acquire comprehensive, on-site ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for critical laboratory equipment at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG). This ensures the continued accuracy and reliability of equipment to support the Government's ISO 17025 accreditation and maintain the integrity of testing data.

• Provide non-personal ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for analytical balances, digital thermometers, flow meters, flow controllers, and weight sets.

• Services include all labor, equipment, materials, and travel.

• Calibration frequency: Analytical balances, flow meters, and flow controllers annually; digital thermometers biennially; weight sets every three years.

• Four annual on-site calibration visits are required, with potential for multiple days per visit.

• The contractor must provide detailed ISO 17025 compliant calibration reports and physical stamps for each instrument.

• The contract must be flexible to accommodate changes in the Government's equipment inventory.

• Pricing must be all-inclusive, covering calibration, travel, and shipping for weight sets.

• All calibrations must be performed by ISO 17025 accredited technicians.

• Equipment must be calibrated according to validated procedures traceable to ISO 17025 standards.

• Reports must be submitted within five business days of service completion.

• Calibration reports must include all relevant data and traceability information.

• A physical stamp indicating the new calibration date and ISO 17025 accreditation must be affixed to each calibrated instrument.

• Base Year (April 30, 2026 - April 29, 2027) with four 12-month option years (through April 29, 2031).

• Place of Performance: Combined Chemical Test Facility (CCTF) and Bushnell Material Test Facility (BMTF) at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG).

• Contractor must maintain ISO 17025 accreditation throughout the contract period.

• Contractor personnel must have documented training and experience relevant to the calibration tasks.

• Contractor must verify US citizenship of personnel performing services.

• Required training includes Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I, OPSEC, Information Assurance (IA), and iWATCH.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Background checks are required for contractor employees.

• The contract type is anticipated to be Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide non-personal ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for equipment at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground, West Desert Test Center.

• Provide ISO 17025 accredited calibration services four times per year, with visits potentially spanning multiple days.

• Perform annual on-site calibration of analytical balances, flow meters, and flow controllers.

• Perform biennial calibration of digital thermometers using the contractor's equipment.

• Calibrate weight sets every three years, with flexibility for on-site or off-site calibration, including shipping costs.

• Deliver detailed ISO 17025 compliant calibration reports with a physical stamp indicating the new calibration date and accreditation.

• Offer a flexible contract to accommodate changes in the Government's equipment inventory (addition or removal of equipment).

• Provide all-inclusive pricing covering calibration services, travel, and shipping for weight sets.

• Balances (various models and quantities)

• Flow Controllers (various models and quantities)

• Flow Meters (191 units)

• Thermometers (15 units, calibrated every two years)

• Weight Sets (up to 20 pieces, calibrated every three years)

• Final Delivery Location: West Desert Test Center, U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground, Utah.

• Calibration services to be performed four times per year.

• Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and travel.

• Calibration must be ISO 17025 accredited.

• Reports must be ISO 17025 compliant and include a physical stamp.

• Pricing must be all-inclusive.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the performance requirements for calibration services, ensuring equipment used by the government meets specified standards and maintains traceability.

• Schedule Coordination: Coordinate four annual on-site calibration visits to Dugway Proving Ground (DPG), including travel and providing calibration equipment. Propose annual schedules for Option Years.

• On-site Support: Provide certified ISO 17025 technicians. Verify US citizenship of personnel performing service at DPG and submit to the COR within 24 hours of scheduling.

• Training: Complete all required training in section 1.6.19 of the PWS before performing services at DPG. Submit documentation to the COR at least 24 hours before the initial on-site service.

• Certifications: Maintain valid ISO 17025 accreditation throughout the contract period. Provide proof of accreditation upon request.

• Calibration Tasks: Perform on-site calibrations for:

  • Analytical Balances (traceable to ISO 17025 standards)
  • Digital Thermometers (at 4°C using a traceable reference)
  • Flow Meters & Flow Controllers (using SI-traceable standards, testing at five points across the range 0-2 L/min)
  • Weight Sets (Class 1, traceable to national standards, on-site or off-site)

• Deliverables:

  • Submit all calibration reports to the COR within five business days of service completion.
  • Apply a new calibration label/stamp to each instrument after calibration.

• Zero deviation from the standard is required for all calibration tasks.

• Contractor compliance rate will be used as objective evidence of contract compliance.

• Non-conforming services will result in non-conformance reports and potential negative CPARS reports.

• On-site calibration visits to Dugway Proving Ground (DPG).

• Calibration cycle: Annually for most equipment, except digital thermometers (every two years) and weight sets (every three years).

• Equipment must be fully functional, recently calibrated, and traceable to NIST or equivalent standards.

• Provide documentation demonstrating ISO 17025 accreditation and technician qualifications.

• For off-site weight set calibration, the contractor is responsible for all shipping costs and must return calibrated sets within 14 days of receipt.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W911S626QA010) is for ISO 17025 Accredited Calibration Services. The services are to be performed at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) for the Chemical Test Division (CTD).

• Provide non-personal services for ISO 17025 accredited calibration.

• Services include on-site calibration of critical laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, digital thermometers, flow meters, flow controllers, and analytical weight sets.

• Contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, and materials.

• Contractor must meet the standards outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Contractor must provide proof of a current ISO 17025 Accreditation certificate, including proof that specific equipment (thermometers, flow controllers/meters, balances, weight sets) is accredited.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base period from 14 May 2026 to 13 May 2027, with multiple option periods extending through 13 May 2031.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for commercial products and services.

• NAICS Code: 541380

• Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million

• Offer Due Date: 06 May 2026, 12:00 PM MDT.

• Offers are to be submitted electronically via email.

• Evaluation Criteria: The government intends to award to the Lowest Price offeror if the ISO 17025 Accreditation factor is found acceptable and the price is fair and reasonable. The government may ask for additional cost/price information to determine fairness and reasonableness.

• No site visit will be held.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, payment, disputes, and representations and certifications.

• Electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Special Notice announcing the U.S. Government's intent to award a contract for Accredited Calibration Services on a "Sole Source Basis." This follows a Sources Sought Notice posted on 02/18/2026, for which no interest was identified. A FAR Part 6 Sole Source Justification and Approval (JA) has been completed. The government intends to award to Coast to Coast Calibrations, identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (Vision Research). The acquisition is conducted under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) or 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1). The NAICS code is 541380, with an SBA Size Standard of $19 Million. The PSC is J052.

The contractor shall provide ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for the Test Evaluation Division/West Desert Test Center. Specific tasks include:

• Four annual on-site calibration visits per year, potentially spanning multiple days.

• Annual on-site calibration for analytical balances, flow meters, and flow controllers.

• Biennial calibration for digital thermometers.

• Calibration for weight sets every three years (on-site or off-site).

• Delivery of detailed ISO 17025 compliant calibration reports with new calibration date stamps.

• Accommodation of changes in the Government's equipment inventory (annual adjustments).

• All-inclusive pricing covering services, travel, and shipping for weight sets.

• The contract type and period of performance are not specified in this notice.

• This is a Special Notice, not a solicitation for proposals. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for future information.

• This is a Sole Source acquisition, with no set-aside mentioned.

• The following equipment requires calibration: analytical balances, flow meters, flow controllers, digital thermometers, and weight sets. A table detailing specific models, quantities, manufacturers, and calibration frequencies is provided.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To acquire comprehensive, on-site ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for critical laboratory equipment at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) to ensure continued accuracy and reliability, supporting the Government's ISO 17025 accreditation and maintaining the integrity of testing data.

• Provide non-personal ISO 17025 accredited calibration services for analytical balances, digital thermometers, flow meters, flow controllers, and analytical weight sets.

• Services include labor, equipment, materials, and travel.

• Four annual on-site calibration visits are required, with potential for multiple days per visit.

• Annual calibration for analytical balances, flow meters, and flow controllers.

• Biennial calibration for digital thermometers.

• Calibration for weight sets every three years (on-site or off-site).

• Deliver detailed ISO 17025 compliant calibration reports with a physical stamp indicating the new calibration date and accreditation.

• The contract must be flexible to accommodate changes in the Government's equipment inventory.

• Provide all-inclusive pricing covering calibration, travel, and shipping for weight sets.

• Calibration must be performed according to validated procedures traceable to ISO 17025 standards.

• Specific tasks include verifying linearity, repeatability, and eccentricity for balances; confirming accuracy and resolution for thermometers; and confirming accuracy, linearity, and repeatability for flow meters and controllers.

• Weight sets must be calibrated using measurement equipment traceable to national standards.

• Calibration reports must be submitted to the COR within five business days of service completion.

• A new calibration label/stamp must be applied immediately following calibration.

• Period of Performance: One (1) Base Year (2026) with four (4) 12-month option years (April 30, 2026 - April 29, 2031).

• Place of Performance: Combined Chemical Test Facility (CCTF) and Bushnell Material Test Facility (BMTF) at West Desert Test Center (WDCT)/Dugway Proving Ground (DPG).

• Contractor must operate a laboratory formally accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 by a recognized accreditation body.

• Service technicians must have documented education, training, and experience relevant to the calibration tasks.

• Contractor must verify US citizenship of personnel performing services at Dugway.

• All contractor employees must complete required training, including Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I, Information Assurance (IA), iWATCH, and OPSEC Level I training.

• Contractor must maintain ISO 17025 accreditation throughout the contract period.

• A Quality Control Plan (QCP) must be developed and maintained.

• The contract type is anticipated to be Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the performance requirements for calibration services, likely for equipment used at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG).

• Schedule Coordination: The contractor must coordinate four annual on-site calibration visits, including travel and providing necessary calibration equipment. Equipment must be functional, recently calibrated, traceable to NIST or equivalent standards, and appropriate for the DPG equipment.

• ISO 17025 Accreditation: The contractor must provide proof of accreditation to ISO 17025 by a recognized body (e.g., A2LA) and demonstrate that their technicians are certified and trained for the specific calibration tasks.

• Training: All required training must be completed before performing services at DPG, with documentation submitted to the COR at least 24 hours before the initial service.

• On-site Calibration Tasks: Specific calibration tasks are detailed for:

  • Analytical Balances (according to validated ISO 17025 procedures)
  • Digital Thermometers (at 4°C using a traceable reference)
  • Flow Meters & Flow Controllers (0-2 L/min range, using SI traceable standards, tested at five points)
  • Weight Sets (Class 1, using national standards, traceable to ISO 17025)

• US Citizenship Verification: US citizenship of personnel performing services at Dugway must be verified and sent to the COR within 24 hours of scheduling service (this requirement may not apply if the same technician performs service consecutively).

• Zero Deviation: The performance threshold for all tasks is "Zero deviation from the standard."

• Non-conforming Services: Non-conforming services will result in non-conformance reports and potential negative CPARS reports. The contractor will be required to re-perform the service.

• On-site calibration visits are scheduled annually.

• Calibration of weight sets can be performed on-site at DPG or off-site at the contractor's facility.

• Deliverables: For each calibration event, the contractor must provide:

  • An ISO 17025 compliant calibration report with all relevant data and traceability.
  • A calibration stamp/label affixed to each instrument.

• Calibration Cycle: Equipment is calibrated annually, except for digital thermometers (every two years) and weight sets (every three years).

• Weight Set Shipping: For off-site calibration of weight sets, the Government will ship them, and the contractor is responsible for all shipping costs and returning them within 14 days of receipt.

• Report Submission: Calibration reports must be submitted to the COR within five business days of completing services.