Notice of Intent (NOI) – PHC East's laboratory accreditation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Army, specifically the W40M USA HCA office, has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for laboratory accreditation audit services for the Public Health Command, East, Public Health Laboratory (PHC, East PHL) located at Fort Meade, Maryland. This notice informs industry of the Government's intent to procure these services from a single source.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for remote and/or on-site audit services to support the PHC, East PHL. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, and materials to perform these services. Key performance objectives include designating a point of contact, maintaining professional licenses and certifications, and ensuring compliance with security requirements (100%) and specific tasks (at least 99%).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Anticipated Award Date: June 1, 2026
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2029 (Base year + three option years)
- Option to Extend Services: Includes FAR Clause 52.217-8, allowing for an additional 6-month extension (June 1, 2029 – November 30, 2029).
- Estimated Base Year Value: $4,130.00
- NAICS Code: 541990
- PSC: R420 (Certifications And Accreditations For Products And Institutions Other Than Educational Institutions)
Submission & Evaluation
This NOI is not a formal solicitation or a request for competitive proposals. No solicitation document is available. The Government intends to award to a single responsible source under commercial item procedures (FAR Part 12 and FAR Subpart 6.103-1(b)).
Interested parties who believe they can provide these services and demonstrate that competition would be advantageous to the Government must submit clear, compelling, and convincing evidence. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Unsolicited quotations or offers will not result in an award.
Response Instructions
- Deadline: May 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
- Submission: Via email to rey.s.salinas.civ@army.mil and sara.m.fetterolf.civ@health.mil.
- Subject Line: "Respond to Notice of Intent (NOI) – PHC East's laboratory accreditation."