Opportunity

SAM #140G0326Q0137

USGS Market Research for Laboratory Analysis of Marine Seawater Samples

Buyer

USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants

Posted

June 10, 2026

Respond By

June 19, 2026

Identifier

140G0326Q0137

NAICS

541380

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center, is seeking information from qualified laboratories for analytical services on marine porewater and seawater samples. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center, under the Department of the Interior - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the requirement is for laboratory analytical services only - Products/Services Requested: - Laboratory analysis of 407 marine porewater and seawater samples - Analysis to be performed using Flow Injection Analysis (FIA) - Required analytes: nitrate + nitrite, nitrite, orthophosphate, dissolved silicic acid, ammonium - Must meet specified analytical ranges, precision, and QA/QC protocols - Deliverables: electronic analytical reports in Excel and CSV formats - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents must demonstrate experience with FIA and relevant past performance - Laboratory must have capacity for timely analysis and meet strict QA/QC standards - Business size status under NAICS 541380 and any SBA socioeconomic designations must be provided - No specific products or part numbers are mentioned; focus is on service capability

Description

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICEFor Market Research Purposes OnlyNo Solicitation Exists at This TimeThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing laboratory analytical services for dissolved inorganic nutrient analysis, in support of the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center (PCMSC). Services shall be performed in accordance with the requirements outlined in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information gathering and acquisition planning purposes. This is not a solicitation, request for quote (RFQ), or request for proposal (RFP), and no contract award will be made at this time. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice.NAICS Code: 541380 ¿ Testing Laboratories and ServicesSize Standard: $19 million average annual receipts Scope of RequirementThe USGS requires laboratory analysis of 407 marine porewater and seawater samples for dissolved inorganic nutrients using Flow Injection Analysis (FIA). The required analytes, analytical ranges, QA/QC protocols, and deliverables are detailed in the attached SOW.Requested InformationFirms interested in this potential opportunity should submit a capability statement that demonstrates:Experience performing dissolved inorganic nutrient analyses via FIA on marine porewater and seawater matrices.Ability to meet the analytical ranges, precision, and QA/QC requirements specified in the SOW.Laboratory capacity to analyze 407 samples within standard turnaround timelines.Relevant past performance examples for similar analytical work.Business size status (small or large) under NAICS 541380, including any SBA socioeconomic designations (e.g., HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a)).Submission InstructionsPlease submit responses via email only, addressed to:Anthony BerryContracting OfficerAnthony_berry@ios.doi.govAll capability statements must be received in their entirety by June 19th, 2026, at 8:00 AM Pacific Time. Late submissions may not be considered.

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