MSHA MX6s
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), specifically the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), is seeking quotations for MX6 4-Gas Monitors. These critical instruments are used during mine emergencies to detect oxygen, toxic gases, and combustible gases, ensuring the safety of inspectors. This is a Solicitation with responses due by April 3, 2026, at 9:00 am ET.
Scope of Work
MSHA requires a total of 63 MX6 4-Gas Monitors.
- Item 0001: 56 units of MX6 4-Gas Monitors with various specific MSHA Approved part numbers (e.g., MX6-MJ534501, MX6-M143N511). Each unit includes an Extended Range Li-ion Battery, Internal sampling pump, Universal Charger, Nylon carry case, Belt clip, Calibration Cup & Tubing, Wrist Strap, Maintenance tool, Manual & quick start guide, Training CD, Dust Filter/water stop, and Sample Tubing. Sensors support PID, LEL, O2, CO, H2S, and IR.
- Item 0002: 7 units of MX6 4-Gas Monitors with MSHA Approved part number MX6-MJ43R511. Each unit includes an Extended Range Li-ion Battery, Internal sampling pump, Universal Charger, Nylon carry case, Belt clip, Calibration Cup & Tubing, Wrist Strap, Maintenance tool, Manual & quick start guide, and Training CD. Sensors support PID, LEL, O2, CO, H2S, and IR. All monitors must be MSHA Approved as intrinsic safe for use in underground Coal mines and MNM gassy mines.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Delivery Order.
- Period of Performance: Delivery within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Quote Validity: Prices must be held firm for 90 days from the quote receipt date.
- Set-Aside: This RFQ is NOT a Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: Thursday, April 3, 2026, 9:00 am ET.
- Published: April 1, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. The evaluation includes:
- Factor 1 - Technical: Must meet or exceed minimum specifications. Rated as Acceptable or Unacceptable.
- Factor 2 - Price: Evaluated for completeness, accuracy, and reasonableness.
Additional Notes
Prospective Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for award. Submissions are to be sent via email to the Contracting Officer (Alicia Jackson) and Contract Specialist (Michael Whiddon). The solicitation includes detailed product specifications, clauses, provisions, and instructions to offerors.