SAM #1240BD26Q0054

USDA Forest Service Solicits Audiometric Testing Services for Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Employees

The USDA Forest Service, Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, is seeking a contractor to provide audiometric testing services for up to 300 employees exposed to occupational noise hazards. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Procurement Operations (PROPS), Product & Service Team Division (PAST(D)) - Services Requested: - Audiometric testing for up to 300 employees exposed to noise levels at or above 85 decibels - Hearing training provided during testing sessions - Delivery of test results and hearing test review forms to the Contracting Officer’s Representative - Testing to be performed at multiple ranger district locations in Washington State using a mobile unit capable of testing 32 employees per location - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with OSHA regulations for occupational noise exposure - Contractor must be able to meet specific testing dates (June or October 2026) - Firm-fixed-price contract with no adjustments for travel or related costs - Award based on best value, considering price, past performance, and ability to meet schedule - No specific OEMs, vendors, or product part numbers are named in the solicitation - All details and requirements are referenced in the attached RFQ

Description

Background and Purpose

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) regulations require employers to perform ongoing audiometric testing for employees who are exposed to a noise level at or above 85 decibels. The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has approximately 300 employees who are, or may be, exposed to 85 decibels or more of noise while performing work. 

Technical Requirements / Tasks

The intent of this firm-fixed-price (FFP) service contract is for audiometric testing for up to 300 employees to determine if they are experiencing job-associated loss of hearing. The awardee must have a mobile unit that can test thirty-two (32) Forest Service employees at each testing location. At the time of testing, the awardee must provide hearing training for employees. The awardee must provide hearing test results and reports to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Michael Kelly, Safety, Health & Wellness Manager.

Refer To Attached Request For Quotation (RFQ)

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