SAFETY SHOWERS
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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) Wetland and Aquatic Research Center (WARC) requires the purchase and installation of two (2) self-contained emergency safety showers with integrated eye and face wash units for its facilities in Lafayette, LA. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are due June 24, 2026, at 0900 ED.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement and installation of two all-in-one, ANSI-compliant, enclosed combination cubicle showers. These units must meet ANSI Z358.1-2014 requirements, ensuring unobstructed pathways in laboratory spaces where corrosive chemicals are used. Key technical specifications include:
- Dimensions: Approximately 94.8" H x 40.2" W x 41.3" D.
- Shower: Minimum 29 PSI operating pressure, 20 GPM flow, pull-down handle activation (hands-free after initial activation), stainless steel piping.
- Eye/Face Wash: Integrated, hand activated, minimum 3 GPM flow, capped ABS lids.
- Sump Pump: 1/4 HP with 120 V electrical for water removal.
- General: Integrated drain sump with strip screens, full-length plastic strip screen to minimize spray, suitable for indoor use. Installation requires connection to existing building water and electrical systems. Delivery is required within 60 days after receipt of order.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) 140G0126Q0191
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing)
- PSC: 4240 (SAFETY AND RESCUE EQUIPMENT)
- Place of Performance: USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, Lafayette, LA.
- Special Requirements: Compliance with Buy American Act, OSHA regulations, Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards, National Electrical Code, Uniform Building Code, NFPA codes, Uniform Plumbing Code, and Uniform Mechanical Code. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: June 24, 2026, at 0900 ED.
- Submission Method: Email responses to rafael_anderson@ios.doi.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical Compliance and Price. Award will be made to the offeror submitting the lowest priced quotation that receives an "acceptable" rating in Technical Compliance.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 26, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Rafael Anderson (rafael_anderson@ios.doi.gov)