Class B Water Testing Solicitation
ID: 15B41126Q00000003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI PEKINPEKIN, IL, 61554, USA

NAICS

Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- WATER QUALITY (B533)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/70b9b922cc61483ab2c395e46ddd5919/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, Illinois, is soliciting quotes for Class B Water Testing Services under solicitation number 15B41126Q00000003. The contractor will be responsible for collecting water samples, conducting IEPA Bac-T testing, completing necessary paperwork, and submitting results to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) in compliance with state regulations. This procurement is critical for ensuring water quality and safety within the institution, with the contract structured as an indefinite delivery/requirements type, including a base year and up to four optional years, plus a potential six-month extension. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically to Hans Frei at hfrei@bop.gov by December 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST, and must possess a valid IEPA Class B Water Operator’s License to be considered for the award.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hans Frei
    3093468588x1055
    hfrei@bop.gov
    Gary Kurtz
    3093468588x1059
    gkurtz@bop.gov
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    15B41126Q00000003 Class B Water Testing Solicitation.pdf
    This government Request for Quote (RFQ) (15B41126Q00000003) is for Class “B” Water Testing Services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, Illinois. The contractor will collect water samples, conduct IEPA Bac-T water testing, complete associated paperwork, and submit results to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) in accordance with state requirements. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery/requirements type, with a base year and four optional 12-month extensions, plus a 6-month extension for Option Year 4. The contractor must possess a Class “B” operator’s license from the IEPA and adhere to strict institution security protocols, including various background checks and orientation. The contract emphasizes non-personal services, with the government monitoring quality rather than supervising contractor employees. Key clauses cover prompt payment, intellectual property, and detailed contractor privacy and security requirements, including safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and mandatory training.
    15B41126Q00000003 Cover Letter.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBP) at FCI Pekin, IL, issued a solicitation (15B41126Q00000003) for Water Testing Services, inviting quotes from prospective contractors. All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) database, as per FAR 52.212-4, and include their Unique Entity ID (UEI) with their submission. Failure to register in SAM.gov may lead to disqualification. Contractors are also cautioned against discussing their quotations or technical questions with Government technical personnel to avoid non-consideration. Quotes, along with all required documents, must be submitted via email to hfrei@bop.gov by December 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time. Hans Frei, the Contracting Officer, is the point of contact for this solicitation.
    Business Management Questionaire.pdf
    The Business Management Questionnaire is a two-page document designed to gather essential information from firms applying for government contracts. It requests a breakdown of work distribution between commercial and government contracts by percentage. The questionnaire asks for details on the last three related contracts, including customer information, contract number, contact person, type of work, amount, and status (active or complete). Additionally, it requires a bank reference with contact details. Firms must state the estimated percentage of work they will complete directly, provide their UEI and, if applicable, their parent company's UEI. Finally, it requests the firm's TIN if annual representations and certifications have been completed electronically via SAM.gov.
    Statement of Work Water Testing Services 2025.pdf
    This Statement of Work outlines requirements for Class “B” Water Testing Services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Pekin, Illinois, including the Federal Prison Camp (FPC). The contractor will collect water samples, conduct IEPA Bac-T testing, complete associated paperwork, and submit results to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) in accordance with state regulations. Key responsibilities include maintaining
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