Sources Sought-Analytical Laboratory Services
Overview
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Set Aside
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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. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Kansas City District, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Total Small Business firms capable of providing Analytical Laboratory Services. This effort seeks laboratories for receiving, testing, evaluating, reporting, and disposing of environmental samples (e.g., sediment, soil, water, waste, air) from various Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal/state programs. This is NOT a solicitation for quotes, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are due by March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USACE Kansas City District requires comprehensive analytical laboratory services for environmental samples. All testing must be performed at the laboratory. The services include the full lifecycle from sample receipt to disposal, covering a wide range of matrices and contaminants as detailed in example projects within the document summary.
Key Requirements & Capabilities
- Accreditation: Laboratories must participate in the National Environmental Laboratory Program (NELAP) or an equivalent, recognized accreditation program, covering chemical, drinking water, radiochemical, industrial hygiene (air), microbial, and biological (toxicological) testing.
- DoD Compliance: Approximately half of the projects will require compliance with the DoD Policy and Guidelines for Acquisitions Involving Environmental Sampling or Testing, including an established quality system conforming to ISO/IEC 17025 and the DoD/DOE Consolidated Quality Systems Manual (QSM).
- Data Management: Capability to provide uniform electronic data deliverables, potentially using the Staged Electronic Data Deliverable (SEDD) system (Stage 2A or other specified formats). Experience with secure internet SharePoint sites is desirable.
- FUDSChem Upload: For Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDS) Program projects, laboratories must be capable of uploading data files into the FUDSChem database.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 541380 – Testing Laboratories and Services
- Product Service Code: F107 – Hazardous Substance Analysis
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. CDT
- Published: February 24, 2026
- Place of Performance: Kansas City, MO, United States
Submission Information
Interested firms are requested to provide detailed information regarding their organization, capabilities, accreditation, interest in specific projects, subcontracting practices, sampling kit accessories, turn-around times, data retention, experience with specific testing areas, subcontracting quality assurance, FUDSChem experience, sample shipment/delivery, and any concerns or risks. Responses should be sent via email to Heather.A.Scott@usace.army.mil and Michael.S.Dolly@usace.army.mil.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparing responses.