Laboratory Analysis of Breathing Air Boxes
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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.
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is soliciting quotes for Laboratory Analysis of Breathing Air Boxes under a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, identified by RFQ N0016726Q1098, seeks a qualified laboratory to perform essential testing services. Quotes are due by 10:00 AM EDT on Monday, May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide thirty-six (36) Sampling Media Kits compatible with Air Check Kits and conduct laboratory analysis of sampled media. Testing must adhere to NFPA 1989, OSHA 29CFR1910.134, and CGA G-7.1 Grade D 2018 Edition standards, including a moisture air test. Key analytes for reporting include Oxygen, Nitrogen, Argon, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Water Content, Atmospheric Dew Point, Total Volatile Hydrocarbons, Methane, Oil, and Odor. The contractor is also responsible for providing automated two-week email reminders for quarterly sampling and submitting electronic reports (CDRL A001) within two business days of sample receipt.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- Period of Performance: One-year base period with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Engineering Services), with a Small Business Standard of $19 Million.
- Product Service Code: H242 (Equipment And Materials Testing: Fire Fighting, Rescue, And Safety Equipment; And Environmental Protection Equipment And Materials).
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes are requested under RFQ N0016726Q1098. The Government intends to award to the responsible quoter whose submission is most advantageous, based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Evaluation factors include Technical Acceptability (pass/fail), Past Performance, and Price. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them if necessary. Responses must include Official Company Name, Cage Code, Point of Contact name & phone number, and clearly demonstrate capability to meet all specifications.
Key Deadlines
- Questions Due: 10:00 AM EDT on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
- Quote Packages Due: 10:00 AM EDT on Monday, May 18, 2026.
Reporting Requirements
The contract requires submission of a "Scientific and Technical Report Summary" (Data Item A001) quarterly and within two days after receipt of sampling media. These reports must follow the format and content specified in Data Item Description (DID) DI-MISC-80048, including specific cover page information, content elements (objectives, methodology, results, conclusions), and a mandatory disclaimer. Reports are to be submitted electronically in Adobe PDF or Microsoft Word format to the contract Technical Point of Contact (TPOC).
Contact Information
For questions regarding this solicitation, contact Tracy L McDonough via email at tracy.l.mcdonough2.civ@us.navy.mil.