Laboratory Testing Services

Amendment / Modification

This amendment incorporates FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" (Deviation 2026-00038), effective April 2026.

Additionally, FAR Clause 52.244-6, "Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services" (Deviation 2026-00038), has been modified. The effective date for this clause has been changed from February 2026 to April 2026.

• Contract Clauses
• FAR Clause 52.222-90 (Added)
• FAR Clause 52.244-6 (Modified effective date)

This amendment does not appear to alter proposal submission deadlines or evaluation factors. It primarily updates incorporated clauses and their effective dates.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for laboratory testing services for the Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico. The services include bacteriological and chemical testing for potable water, sewage water, storm/industrial wastewater, and hazardous waste. The objective is to meet regulatory compliance and protect human health and the environment.

• Bacteriological and chemical laboratory testing services.

• Testing for potable water, sewage water, storm/industrial wastewater, and hazardous waste.

• Services must meet full regulatory compliance with Virginia DEQ, Virginia Department of Health, Office of Drinking Water, and Federal, State, and Local regulations.

• Uninterrupted services for the protection of human health and the environment.

• This acquisition will result in a single award with a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.

• The contract includes a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.

• Questions Due: May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM ET

• Quotes Due: June 8, 2026, 10:00 AM ET

• Quotes must be submitted electronically.

• Evaluation will be based on the following factors: Corporate Experience, Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan, Past Performance, and Price.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 541380

• Size Standard: $19,000,000.00

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions.

• Specific instructions for quote format, content, and submission are detailed in the document.

• Attachments include Q&A forms, past performance questionnaires, price workbooks, and the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

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

This document outlines the requirements for Laboratory Testing Support Services, specifically focusing on the Drinking Water Program for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) at Marine Corps Base (MCB), Quantico, VA.

• The contractor shall furnish all sample containers and analyze all samples required for testing and sampling aboard MCB Quantico, VA, adhering to appropriate regulation requirements.

• Samples are to be collected from a central collection site within a 15-mile radius of MCB Quantico, VA, or from the Mainside Water Treatment Plant.

• Collection is to occur by 2:00 PM on a schedule arranged by both parties.

• The contractor must transport and analyze bacteriological water samples within a six (6) hour hold time.

• Mainside Drinking Water Treatment Plant: Includes analysis for Carbamate, Cyanide, Diquat, Fluoride, Fumigants, Halo-Acetic Acids, Herbicide, Inorganic Chemicals (including Lead and Copper), Metal Analysis, Nitrate-acid preserved samples, Radiological, Semi-volatiles, Total coliform and E-coli, and Total coliform Presence absence.

• Additional Sampling: Includes samples from Upshur and Camp Barrett, with allowances for possible positive results/resampling.

• Other Tests: Total Organic Carbon, Total Organic Carbon and alkalinity, Trihalomethanes, Volatile Organics, Disinfection by-products (TTHM and HAA5), Pesticides DW – SUB, and PFAS.

• Sample containers are to be delivered to the Water Treatment Plant, 1303 Caddy Road, MCB, Quantico, VA 22134.

• Sample analysis must be provided seven (7) days per week, 52 weeks per year, while adhering to all sample hold times.

• Test results must be provided within a seven (7) day response period.

• Test abnormalities must be reported to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Plant the same day the information is available to the lab.

• Telework is not authorized; services are required to be performed on-site.

• Services are essential contractor services in support of mission essential functions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is RFQ Attachment 3, a Price Workbook for Laboratory Testing Services related to solicitation M00264-26-Q-0053. Bidders are expected to use this workbook to provide their pricing for the services outlined.

• Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs): The workbook details CLINs for various program services including Drinking Water, Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, Wastewater, and Integration Services. An optional task for Mission-Essential Contractor Services is also included.
• Period of Performance: Pricing is structured across a Base Year (30 September 2026 - 29 September 2027) and four Option Years (Option Year One: 30 September 2027 - 29 September 2028; Option Year Two: 30 September 2028 - 29 September 2029; Option Year Three: 30 September 2029 - 29 September 2030; Option Year Four: 30 September 2030 - 29 September 2031).
• FAR 52.217-8: An additional period of performance is listed under FAR 52.217-8 (30 September 2031 - 29 March 2032) for specific services.
• Pricing Structure: For each CLIN and period, columns are provided for Quantity (QTY), Rate, and Price. All initial entries show 0.0 for these fields, indicating they need to be filled in by the bidder.

This workbook is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposed services. Bidders must complete the QTY, RATE, and PRICE fields for each CLIN across all performance periods to submit a compliant offer. The structure of this workbook directly impacts how proposals will be evaluated based on cost.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) requested by the Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region- Regional Contracting Office (MCINCR-RCO). Its purpose is to gather information from an assessor regarding a contractor's performance on a specific contract. This information will be used to establish the performance history for the contractor and contract identified in Section I of the questionnaire.

• Assessor Instructions: Details on completing Sections III-X, submission deadline (June 8, 2026, 10:00 AM ET), submission email addresses (teri.bischof@usmc.mil AND cynthia.guthridge@usmc.mil), and required email subject line ("M00264-26-Q-0053 PPQ Source Selection Sensitive").
• Referenced Contract Data: Fields for Contractor Name, Contract Number, Client/Agency, and Period of Performance.
• Contact Information for Reference: Fields for Name, Title, and Phone Number/Email Address.
• Role & Period of Involvement: Sections for Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Technical Project Lead/Project Officer, and Other.
• Contract Description: Prompts to describe the scope and complexity of the contract.
• Evaluation Criteria: Definitions for performance ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) across Quality, Schedule, Management, and Cost Control.
• Performance Assessment Sections: Detailed questions and rating scales for Quality of Performance, Schedule Performance, Management Performance, and Cost Control (if applicable).
• General Comments: A section for overall remarks.

While this document is for assessors, bidders should be aware that their past performance will be evaluated using this questionnaire. Understanding the criteria and questions asked can help bidders prepare for future performance evaluations and ensure they are meeting or exceeding expectations in areas such as quality, schedule adherence, management, and cost control. The specific contract number and subject line indicate this PPQ is related to solicitation M00264-26-Q-0053.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions and answers related to the "Laboratory Testing Support Services" Request for Quotation (RFQ) with solicitation number M00264-26-Q-0053. It is intended to provide clarification to potential bidders.

This document is structured to capture questions and answers categorized into:

• Technical Questions
• Pricing Questions
• Solicitation Questions
• Miscellaneous Questions

As of the provided text, no specific questions or answers have been populated within these categories. The document includes placeholders for the Quoter's name and instructions for adding additional rows as needed.

This document serves as a mechanism for bidders to seek clarification and for the Government to provide official responses. Bidders should monitor this document for any updates or additions that may affect their understanding of the requirements, submission process, or evaluation criteria.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for bidders to provide past performance information for up to three (3) separate records. It is intended to guide bidders on the specific details required by the Government for evaluating their past performance.

• General Information: Record/contract number, name, awardee, point-of-contact, issuing agency, and NAICS code.
• Recency: Record start and end dates.
• Relevancy: Scope of the work and its relevance to the current solicitation.
• Complexity: Contract type, commercial/non-commercial status, prime/subcontractor role, number and value of subcontracts managed (if applicable), and examples of deliverables.
• Magnitude: Total value of the record and annual value of claimed relevant experience, including FTEs used.
• Quality: CPARS Quality Rating or a completed Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ).

Bidders must complete this form for each past performance record they wish to submit. Failure to provide required information, such as a valid record/contract number, may result in the effort not being considered. The Government will use this information to assess the bidder's experience and capability to perform the work described in the solicitation.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for laboratory testing services to support the United States Marine Corps (USMC) at Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ). The objective is to ensure MCBQ meets full regulatory compliance for potable water, sewage water, storm/industrial wastewater, and hazardous waste, adhering to Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), Virginia Department of Health (VDH), and potentially other federal, state, and local regulations.

• Laboratory Certification: The contractor must possess a laboratory certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia for bacteriological and chemical analysis and be accredited by NELAC and VELAP.

• Permit Compliance: Services must comply with specific Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permits and Virginia Department of Health (VDH/ODW) permits.

• Regulatory Adherence: Services must also comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including EPA regulations and the Safe Drinking Water Act.

• Sample Management: The contractor is responsible for furnishing all sample containers, coolers, and courier services for testing and sampling. This includes providing pre-labeled containers and ensuring sufficient inventory at designated locations.

• Sample Collection & Analysis: The PWS details extensive requirements for sample collection and analysis across various programs:

  • Wastewater Treatment Plants (Mainside and Camp Upshur)
  • Drinking Water Program
  • Hazardous Waste Program
  • Stormwater Program
  • Tank Hydrostatic Testing
  • Bluing Parkerizing Operations
  • Fuel Specifications

• Reporting: The contractor must provide timely test results, report abnormalities immediately, and submit raw sample results and other required documentation.

• Timeliness: Sample containers must be provided within 7 days of award and no later than the 21st of each month. Test results must be provided within a 7-day response period. Abnormalities must be reported the same day they are available to the lab.

• Quality: The contractor must maintain a Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) program. Performance objectives include 100% compliance in collecting, storing, and transporting samples per regulatory criteria and within schedule, and 100% compliance for laboratory analysis.

• Reporting: Raw sample results must be provided daily. Test abnormalities must be reported as required.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated in this excerpt, but tasking requirements are subject to change throughout the performance period.

• Place of Performance: Activities, other than sample collection, will be performed at the contractor's chosen location. Sample collection will occur at various locations aboard Marine Corps Base, Quantico.

• Personnel: Contractor personnel must be qualified and capable. A primary Point of Contact (POC) must be designated. Background checks are required for facility access.

• Data Ownership: All data, materials, and information created under the contract become the property of the Marine Corps.

• Deliverables: Specific deliverables include sample containers, test abnormality reports, raw sample results, and composite samplers.

• Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): None will be provided.

• Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The COR is responsible for inspection and acceptance of deliverables.