SAM #140G0326Q0149

USGS Seeks Laboratory Services for Tree Ring and Isotope Analyses

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Earthquake Science Center, Seattle Field Office, is seeking laboratory services for tree ring and isotope analyses to support paleoseismological and landslide studies in the Pacific Northwest. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Earthquake Science Center, Seattle Field Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Laboratory services for up to 20 wood samples - Includes sample preparation, radiocarbon and oxygen isotope analyses, dissection of rings, cross-dating, and delivery of finished samples and analysis reports - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Analyses must include both radiocarbon and oxygen isotope testing - Cross-dating and detailed reporting are required - Services support scientific studies related to earthquakes and landslides in the Pacific Northwest - Period of Performance: - Base year with an option year (total up to 2 years)

Description

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing laboratory services for tree ring samples as described in the Statement of Work attached. This sources sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice.The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, with the associated size standard of $19.5MAll responsible sources may submit a brochure detailing the ability to meet the requirements in the Statement of Work included with this announcement.Responses to this announcement shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to tracy_huot@ios.doi.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 08/12/2026 at 1700 PD. Responses submitted by hardcopy or the SAM web portal shall not be accepted or considered.

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