Laboratory Testing and Research Accreditation Assessment Services
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award a sole source purchase order to the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for Laboratory Testing and Research Accreditation Assessment Services. This requirement specifically targets expertise in environmental Legionella testing accreditation under ISO/IEC 17025. Interested parties may submit their capabilities or proposals by June 1, 2026, for consideration.
Scope of Work
The CDC requires specialized accreditation assessment services for environmental Legionella testing. ASHRAE guidance recommends ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation by an accrediting body with specific expertise in this area. Of the three U.S.-recognized accrediting bodies (A2LA, IAS, and UAF), only A2LA routinely maintains assessors with the required specialized expertise. IAS and UAF confirmed they do not routinely provide this capability and recommended A2LA. International providers were deemed cost-prohibitive due to travel expenses, making A2LA the only responsible source capable of meeting the government's requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Contractor: American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA)
- Product/Service Code: Q301 (Reference Laboratory Testing)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, by Close of Business (COB)
- Published: May 22, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive quotations. However, all responses received within ten (10) days of the notice's issuance will be considered. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on the information received. Responses will primarily be used to assess the possibility of conducting a competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
Any quotation or response should be emailed to the contract specialist, Tiesha Brown, at xrm5@cdc.gov.