R--LA30 - USGS Precipitation Sample Collection at NADP
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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. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a Firm-Fixed-Price sole source purchase order for Precipitation Sample Collection at the NADP/NTN wet atmospheric monitoring station LA30. The USGS intends to award this contract to Mr. Kevin Horner. Other interested vendors must contact the Contracting Officer by June 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the contractor to operate a field-located precipitation collection station (site LA30) on a weekly basis as part of the USGS National Trends Network (NTN). Key responsibilities include:
- Operating the precipitation collection station.
- Conducting weekly site visits to collect, process, and ship precipitation samples.
- Collecting, processing, and transmitting associated data, including precipitation gage records.
- Performing routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs as needed.
- Cooperating with the USGS, site owner, and operator in support of the interagency National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price sole source purchase order.
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base period, plus four (4) 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: This is a sole source justification; no set-aside applies.
- Published Date: May 22, 2026.
- Response Deadline for Interested Vendors: June 20, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
Evaluation & Justification
The USGS intends to award this contract to Mr. Kevin Horner due to his current involvement in the NADP/NTN Program and his expertise in atmospheric deposition and air quality monitoring and research. This is a sole source justification.
Action for Other Vendors
Vendors who believe they can provide the same service are invited to contact the Contracting Officer, Brian Baker, via email at brian_baker@ios.doi.gov no later than 12:00 PM EST, Wednesday, June 20, 2026.
Additional Notes
The entire NADP network contracts with the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH). Site operators deal directly with WSLH personnel for site specifications, maintenance, performance, operations, data checking, parts, guidance, and training.