R--Sole Source Award for Sample Collection at NADP AL99
Overview
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Original Source
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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) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract for precipitation sample collection and monitoring services at the NADP AL99 site. This requirement involves weekly site visits for sample collection, processing, and data transmission, along with instrument maintenance. Vendors who believe they can provide these services are invited to respond by May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for:
- Weekly site visits to collect, process, and ship precipitation samples.
- Collecting, processing, and transmitting associated data.
- Performing routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs at the NADP/NTN wet atmospheric monitoring station.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: R702 (Data Collection Services)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (Intent to award to Mr. Mack Smith)
- Inquiry Response Due: May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 27, 2026
Evaluation
The government intends to award a sole source contract to Mr. Mack Smith. The justification for this non-competitive award is based on Mr. Smith's unique qualifications, including approved access to the restricted NADP site AL99 (located on Auburn University's Sand Mountain Research Center land), an existing professional relationship, and necessary training for this specific research area.
Vendors who believe they can provide similar services and meet the stated requirements are invited to contact the Contracting Officer, Brian Baker, via email at brian_baker@ios.doi.gov with an affirmative response.
Additional Notes
Employee signatures have been redacted from the FBO Announcement PDF due to being Personal Protected Information.