Polyethylene Tubing IAW Workmanship and Specs
ID: 140G0125Q0120Type: Solicitation
AwardedJun 24, 2025
$21.6K$21,605
AwardeeINLINE PLASTICS, INC. 1950 S BAKER AVE Ontario CA 91761 USA
Award #:140G0125P0147
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Unlaminated Plastics Profile Shape Manufacturing (326121)

PSC

COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/52a57798954a4566aa553c0fe55d5255/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide polyethylene tubing and packaging in accordance with specified workmanship and specifications for hydrologic instrumentation. The procurement requires black polyethylene tubing with precise dimensions and tolerances, to be delivered to Tuscaloosa, AL, within 60 days of receiving the purchase order. This tubing is critical for water level monitoring systems, ensuring accurate data collection for geological assessments. Interested vendors must submit written quotes by June 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT, and should direct any inquiries to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for contract eligibility.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nicanor, Cynthia
    703648
    703648
    cnicanor@usgs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    B08_ATCH_1_UPDATED_WORKMANSHIP_5-28-2025_0001.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey's Water Resources Division has issued a specification document outlining the acceptable workmanship standards for equipment. The purpose is to ensure that workmanship meets specific criteria not covered by other specifications or drawings. Key areas of focus include the prevention of surface defects, corrosion, and contamination, as well as ensuring proper assembly and mounting of parts. It details cleanliness requirements after fabrication, as well as specific guidelines for threaded, riveting, gear, and bearing assemblies to ensure functionality and safety. Wiring standards are also addressed, stressing the importance of preventing interference and ensuring protection from abrasion. Lastly, the document specifies standards for welding, brazing, and the condition of ropes and cables, emphasizing the overall goal of creating reliable and safe equipment for the division's operations. This specification supports the broader context of federal RFPs and grants by establishing uniformity in quality for equipment used in geological and water resource assessments.
    B08_ATCH_1_WORKMANSHIP.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey’s Water Resources Division has established a specification outlining acceptable workmanship criteria for equipment to ensure optimal quality. The document stipulates various handling and assembly standards including the absence of surface defects, corrosion, and extraneous materials. It emphasizes the importance of securely and correctly mounting parts, maintaining strict cleanliness during and post-fabrication, and ensuring proper installation of hardware. Additionally, provisions for wiring and fasteners stress the necessity of reliability and safety, requiring careful attention to details such as insulation integrity, wire clearance, and shielding. For rivets, gear assemblies, and bearing assemblies, specific performance and alignment standards are required to ensure operational efficacy. Overall, this specification seeks to guide manufacturers and contractors in meeting quality and safety standards in line with federal requirements, fostering efficiency and reliability in equipment utilized by the agency.
    B08_ATCH_2_SPECIFICATIONS.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey's Water Resources Division outlines specifications for polyethylene tubing and packaging meant for measuring water levels with a sensor assembly. The tubing required is black polyethylene with an outer diameter of 3/8 inch and an inner diameter of 1/8 inch, with tight tolerances of +/- 0.005 inches. The tubing can be ordered in lengths of 500 feet or 1000 feet. Packaging must allow the tubing to be coiled inside a box, facilitating easy access and preventing kinking, while each box needs a USGS bar code label. The boxes must be made of white plastic corrugated material and feature hand holds cut out on opposite sides, with specific dimensions for the two tube lengths. Overall, this specification serves as a guideline for manufacturers to ensure quality and uniformity in the supplies needed for the USGS’s hydrologic studies, aligning with government procurement standards.
    B08_ATCH_2_UPDATED_SPECIFICATIONS_5-28-2025_0001.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has issued specifications for the manufacture of polyethylene tubing utilized in water level monitoring systems. The tubing required is black polyethylene with an outer diameter of 3/8 inches and an inner diameter of 1/8 inches, with a tolerance of +/- 0.005 inches. It can be ordered in continuous rolls of 500 feet or 1000 feet. Packaging must allow for easy uncoiling without kinks, with a bar code label provided by USGS affixed on the box's top. The boxes must be made from white plastic corrugated material, designed with hand-hold cut-outs for ease of handling. Specific box dimensions are outlined for each tubing length. This document serves as a technical specification for suppliers responding to USGS's procurement needs within an RFP or grant context, ensuring consistency and quality in the materials provided for hydrologic instrumentation.
    Sol_140G0125Q0120_Amd_0001.pdf
    This document serves as an amendment to solicitation number 140G0125Q0120, issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), specifically the Reston Acquisition Branch. The primary purpose of this amendment is to update the Workmanship and Specifications documents associated with the solicitation while also extending the deadline for submission of quotes. Key updates include replacing the existing Workmanship document with a new version dated May 28, 2025, and similarly revising the Specifications document. The due date for quotes has been extended from April 22, 2025, to June 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time. The document outlines the necessary protocols for offerors to acknowledge receipt of this amendment and indicates that failure to do so may result in rejection of their offers. Additionally, it specifies that all terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged, except as detailed in the amendment. For further inquiries regarding the request for quotation (RFQ), contact information for the responsible party, Cynthia Nicanor, is provided. This amendment is crucial in ensuring compliance and clarity for prospective contractors responding to the solicitation.
    Sol_140G0125Q0120.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for the procurement of hydrologic instrumentation supplies. It specifies the acquisition parameters, solicitation details, and contractor responsibilities, emphasizing compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses. The RFP includes provisions for small business participation, including set-asides for service-disabled veteran-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses. Key components include a requirement for a unique entity identifier and compliance with the System for Award Management (SAM) registration. The document details shipping responsibilities, payment terms, and invoicing procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations. It also highlights the importance of adhering to safety standards and the need for contractors to provide technical direction while securing necessary approvals through the designated Contracting Officer. Overall, this document serves as a formal solicitation for offers to furnish specified hydrologic products while ensuring adherence to federal guidelines and supporting small business engagement within government contracting procedures.
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