Seismograph Monitoring Services
SOL #: 15A00026R00000056Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Justice
Atf Acquisition And Property Mgmt Div
ATF
WASHINGTON, DC, 20226, United States
Place of Performance
Huntsville, AL
NAICS
Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)
PSC
Engineering And Technical Services (R425)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 10, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 27, 2026, 9:00 PM
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 Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is soliciting proposals for Seismograph Monitoring Services to support its National Center for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR) at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL. This requirement is set aside for Total Small Businesses. The objective is to monitor airblast and vibration generated by explosives range operations. Proposals are due April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide, install, and maintain three portable seismograph systems at ATF's Capano, McKinley, and Corkern Ranges. Key services include:
- Providing three portable seismograph systems with standard accessories.
- Installing one system at each of the three ATF NCETR explosive range facilities.
- Subscribing to a seismograph monitoring service for 24/7 data access and event notifications.
- Offering technical assistance for hardware, software, and data interpretation.
- Performing annual calibration services for all seismograph systems.
Performance Standards
- Seismograph systems must meet ISEE seismograph standards for 2031.
- Systems must support remote reporting and 24/7 user access to data.
- Data must record range events with vibration, velocity, and air-overpressure, and be exportable to Microsoft Excel and/or PDF.
Special Requirements
- Systems must include a microphone rated to 148 dB and a triaxial geophone.
- Each system requires a security enclosure with a solar panel, voltage regulator, and cellular modem.
- Contractor personnel must be sufficiently educated/trained.
- Police records checks are required for contractor access to Redstone Arsenal and ATF NCETR facilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Proposals)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: One-year base period (August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027) with four one-year option periods, totaling up to 60 months.
- Questions Due: April 16, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST to Brian.Wilkins@atf.gov.
- Proposals Due: April 27, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST to Brian.Wilkins@atf.gov.
- Published: April 10, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Brian Wilkins (Brian.Wilkins@atf.gov, 202-648-9120).
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Apr 10, 2026