R--Sole Source Award for Sample Collection at NADP PA18
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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) intends to award a sole source contract for Precipitation Sample Collection at NADP PA18 to Mr. Kevin Horner. This Special Notice is an Intent to Award for the operation of a wet atmospheric monitoring station. Vendors who believe they can provide similar services and meet the requirement are invited to contact the Contracting Officer by May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the operation of a NADP/NTN wet atmospheric monitoring station. Key deliverables include:
- Weekly site visits for precipitation sample collection, processing, and shipping.
- Collection, processing, and transmission of associated data.
- Routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs.
- Approximately 52 trips per 12-month period to rural and remote areas on private land and at scientific research areas.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Intent to Award (Special Notice)
- Product Service Code: R702 (Data Collection Services)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Response Due (for challenging intent): May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 27, 2026
Evaluation
This is an intent to award a sole source contract. Vendors who believe they can provide similar services are invited to contact the Contracting Officer to demonstrate their capability.
Additional Notes
The USGS states it is aware of no other source that can provide these services. Mr. Kevin Horner is identified as the only known and available authorized source qualified for this work in the Renova, Pennsylvania area. This is due to his unique access and authority to work at the operating organization (Pennsylvania State University) and their laboratory, as Pennsylvania State University will not allow a third-party vendor access to their private land, site, or equipment.