R--Intent to Award - NTN Site CO01
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 US Geological Survey (USGS) has issued an Intent to Award a contract for Precipitation Sample Collection Services at the NADP - NTN Site CO01 in Bent County, Colorado. This is a sole source justification for a Total Small Business requirement. Vendors who believe they can provide the same service are invited to contact the Contract Specialist by March 31, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for operating a field-located precipitation collection station on a weekly basis as part of the USGS National Trends Network (NTN). Key responsibilities include:
- Performing all functions described in the provided Operations Manuals.
- Collecting, processing, and shipping precipitation samples to the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) via FedEx 2nd Day Air using USGS provided prepaid mailers.
- Performing required laboratory measurements and completing Reporting Forms.
- Collecting, processing, and transmitting associated data, including precipitation gage records.
- Performing routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, sole source.
- Period of Performance: 12-month base period plus four (4) 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5), with a sole source justification.
- Response Deadline: March 31, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: March 26, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is an Intent to Award based on a sole source justification, as the USGS is currently aware of no other source capable of providing this service. However, it is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Vendors who believe they can provide the same service are encouraged to contact the Contract Specialist.
Additional Notes
- The site (CO01) is located at Latitude 38.1177, Longitude -103.3160 in Bent County, Colorado.
- The station is on State of Colorado land within a private, restricted-access research area, with site access controlled by the sponsoring organization.
- The contractor will directly coordinate with key personnel at the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) for site specifications, maintenance, operations, data checking, and support.