SAM #1240LP26Q0090

Macroinvertebrate Analysis Services for Rio Grande National Forest

This opportunity is for professional macroinvertebrate analysis services supporting the Rio Grande National Forest, managed by the USDA Forest Service. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, Rio Grande National Forest - Contact: Stephen Holly, USDA-FS CSA Intermountain 4 - Scope of Work: - Processing and analysis of up to 24 aquatic macroinvertebrate samples collected in lotic (flowing water) environments over two years (2026 and 2027) - Services include sorting, identifying, and enumerating macroinvertebrates to Colorado Dept of Public Health and Environment standards - Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) checks required on 10% of samples - Deliverables: data spreadsheets, electronic data, and preserved specimens - Contractor must have expertise in Rocky Mountain region entomology - All work must be performed off USFS lands - Technical communication with the Forest Service is required - Products/Services Requested: - Macroinvertebrate sample processing and analysis (up to 24 samples) - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or commercial products are referenced - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Colorado state standards for sample analysis - QA/QC on a subset of samples - Adherence to federal anti-discrimination and DEI requirements - Firm-fixed-price contract with a one-year base period and possible six-month extension - No OEMs or commercial product manufacturers are specified; this is a specialized scientific services procurement.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1240LP26Q0090 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for RGNF Macroinvertebrate Analysis.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541380- Testing Laboratories and Services.  The small business size standard is $19.0 M.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

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