Notice of Intent for Sole Source for Proficiency Testing for DCPH-A
ID: PANDHA-25-P-0000_8474Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

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https://sam.gov/opp/79f4195fc5224d65bec18cb4e7a56d03/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is issuing a Notice of Intent for a Sole Source contract for proficiency testing services related to environmental safety and public health. The procurement focuses on comprehensive testing of various matrices, including water pollution, drinking water, soil, and hazardous waste, requiring analysis of a wide range of chemical parameters such as heavy metals, organics, and radiochemistry. This testing is crucial for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining water quality and safety. Interested parties can reach out to Brandon Roebuck at brandon.m.roebuck.civ@health.mil or Jesse Nisley at jesse.d.nisley.civ@health.mil for further details.

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    Attachment 1 - Required PT Samples Matricies and Parameters.pdf
    The document outlines the required proficiency testing samples and their associated chemical parameters for water pollution, non-potable water, drinking water, soil, and hazardous waste. It specifies a comprehensive list of elements and compounds that must be tested, categorized into various groups such as metals, organics, volatiles, and pesticides for both water supply and soil analysis. Key categories for proficiency testing include: 1. **Water Pollution/Non-Potable Water**: Tests for heavy metals, calcium hardness, cyanides, ammonia, phosphates, and various volatile organic compounds. 2. **Drinking Water**: Similar to non-potable water but includes additional contaminants like perchlorate, fluoride, and total organic carbon, along with regulated and unregulated volatiles. 3. **Soil/Hazardous Waste**: Emphasizes similar analytes as listed for water testing, focusing on potential hazardous materials and their concentrations. 4. **Radiochemistry**: Tests for gamma emitters and gross alpha/beta radiation in both water and air. The intention behind this comprehensive testing requirement is to ensure environmental safety and compliance with regulatory standards, highlighting the importance of regular testing in managing water quality and hazardous waste. This document serves as a guideline for agencies and laboratories involved in public health and environmental protection.
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