Occupational Medical Surveillance Program

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Occupational Medical Surveillance Program IDIQ contract. The government anticipates awarding one Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period of one year and one option year, not to exceed two years in total duration.

• The core service is an Occupational Medical Surveillance Program.

• Detailed requirements are outlined in Attachment 1 (Performance Work Statement and QASP) and Attachment 2 (NCAUR SDS Data).

• The contract will be for supplies and services ordered via delivery or task orders.

• Contract Type: IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Base period 04/13/2026 to 04/12/2027, with a one-year option period.

• Estimated Value: The IDIQ maximum amount is 120 units (expressed as EA or EACH, representing one participant). The IDIQ minimum amount is 40 units.

• Offer Due Date: 04/01/2026 at 0900 ET.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to the Primary Point of Contact listed in SAM.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. Only the lowest priced quotation will be evaluated for Technical Acceptability. Past performance will also be considered.

• Key Deadlines: Inquiries are allowed up to 48 hours prior to the close date. Extension requests will be considered up to 24 hours prior.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 621511, Size Standard: $41.5 Million.

• All amendments will be posted to sam.gov.

• Offerors must complete specific blocks on the SF-1449 form (Blocks 17a, 28, 30a, 30b, 23, and 24).

• Failure to propose pricing on individual line items may result in disqualification.

• The government may utilize past performance information from various sources, including CPARS and SAM.gov.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide Occupational Medical Surveillance Program (OMSP) services to USDA ARS NCAUR employees, aimed at detecting occupationally significant medical anomalies. Participation is generally voluntary.

• Provide comprehensive medical surveillance services to NCAUR employees.

• Services include furnishing personnel, materials, equipment, and facilities.

• The labor mix for performing services is at the Contractor's discretion.

• New Participants: Baseline Medical Surveillance Exam including Physical Exam, General Lab Test, Audiogram, Chest X-ray, and Pulmonary Function Test.

• Return Participants: Fasting lab test and physical exam. Additional tests based on exposure records or government discretion.

• Physical Examination: Supervised by a licensed MD or DO, Board Certified in Occupational Medicine or Internal Medicine.

• General Laboratory Tests: Annual screening including blood chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis.

• Other Tests: May include Pulmonary Lung Function (Spirometry), Respirator Fit Test, Audiometric Examination, Chest X-ray, Specific Cancer Screening Tests (sputum cytology, urinary sediment cytology), Cholinesterase Determination, and EKG.

• Screening Analysis & Communications: Evaluation of results by Contractor's physician, determination of work-related medical problems, and confidential reporting.

• Reporting: 90-day summaries of tested participants, work locations, dates, and types of tests.

• Period of Performance: One Base Year (12 months) plus one 12-month option year.

• Hours of Service: 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time on Business Days (Monday-Friday).

• Place of Performance: Contractor's facility within 15 miles of NCAUR, Peoria, IL. On-site collection at NCAUR is possible under specific agreements.

• Contractor Personnel: Must include a licensed MD or DO, Board Certified in Occupational Medicine or Internal Medicine, acting as Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO).

• Security: Requirements for on-site collection include government ID, visitor badges, and escort procedures. Medical data must be maintained securely.

• Quality Assurance: A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used to evaluate performance standards, with an Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) of 100%.

• Minimum participants per program year: 40.

• Maximum participants per program year: 120.

• Specific service ranges provided in Table 1.0.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for "Silica Gel, Non-Indicating". It provides comprehensive information regarding the chemical properties, hazards, safe handling, storage, and emergency procedures for this substance.

• Identification: Product name is "Silica Gel, Non-Indicating", Article Number S25519. Manufacturer is AquaPhoenix Scientific, Supplier is Fisher Science Education.
• Hazards Identification: The substance is classified as "Not classified for physical or health hazards under GHS".
• Composition/Information on Ingredients: Contains "Silica gel, amorphous" (CAS 1343-98-2) at 100% concentration.
• First Aid Measures: Provides guidance for inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, and swallowing.
• Firefighting Measures: Lists suitable extinguishing agents (water, dry chemical, foam, CO2) and precautions for firefighters.
• Accidental Release Measures: Details personal precautions, environmental precautions, and methods for containment and cleanup.
• Handling and Storage: Recommends safe handling practices (avoid contact with skin, eyes, clothing) and storage conditions (cool, dry, well-ventilated, tightly sealed, away from incompatible materials).
• Exposure Controls/Personal Protection: No applicable occupational exposure limits are indicated. Recommends appropriate engineering controls (exhaust ventilation) and personal protective equipment (eyeware, gloves, clothing).
• Physical and Chemical Properties: Appearance is "White granules/beads", Odor is "Odorless", pH is 3.0-8.0, Melting/Freezing point is 1710°C.
• Stability and Reactivity: Nonreactive under normal conditions, stable, but is hydroscopic and may decompose if overheated. Incompatible with strong acids, hydrogen fluoride, etc.
• Toxicological Information: No additional information on acute or chronic toxicity, sensitization, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity.
• Ecological Information: Not determined for ecotoxicity, persistence, or bioaccumulation. Should not be released into the environment.
• Disposal Considerations: Recommends disposal via a licensed professional waste disposal service, following local, regional, and national regulations.
• Transport Information: Not regulated.
• Regulatory Information: Lists relevant US and Canadian regulations, including SARA, RCRA, TSCA, and Proposition 65.
• Other Information: Includes abbreviations and effective dates.

This document is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and is primarily relevant for bidders who may need to handle, store, or dispose of the material. It details the safety precautions, hazards, and regulatory information associated with "Silica Gel, Non-Indicating". While not a solicitation or SOW, it is crucial for understanding the safety requirements if this material is part of the offered solution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific geographic areas. This is relevant for contractors bidding on or performing service contracts in the specified region.

• Wage Rates: Lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, Maintenance, Protective Service, Technical Occupations).
• Fringe Benefits: Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week) and Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706 rate of $5.09/hour or $203.60/week).
• Vacation: Specifies 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service, 3 weeks after 10 years, and 4 weeks after 20 years.
• Holidays: Lists 14 paid holidays per year.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Outlines an 8% differential for high-hazard work and a 4% differential for low-hazard work involving ordnance or explosives.
• Uniform Allowance: Details requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure for establishing wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with the specified minimum wages and fringe benefits can lead to non-compliance and potential penalties. The document helps bidders understand the baseline labor costs associated with performing services in the specified area of Illinois (Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, Woodford counties).