Environmental Consulting, Industrial Hygiene Support and HAZMAT Database Maintenance and Support –Sources Sought
ID: NIST-SS01-HAZMATType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5bb6a5124ec4420883eca0864f43d02e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking responses from potential sources for environmental consulting, industrial hygiene support, and HAZMAT database maintenance services, as outlined in a Sources Sought notice. The objective of this procurement is to ensure a safe working environment at NIST's Boulder and Fort Collins campuses by addressing hazards associated with aging buildings that contain regulated materials, such as asbestos and lead-based paint, during renovations and maintenance activities. The contractor will be responsible for on-call consulting, site evaluations, hazardous material sampling and analysis, and managing the existing HAZMAT database, with a contract period from October 2025 to September 2030. Interested parties should submit their capabilities and relevant experience to Brandon Butler at brandon.butler@nist.gov or Travis Zoellner at travis.zoellner@nist.gov by the specified deadline, while confirming their small business status and providing alternative NAICS codes if applicable.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brandon Butler
    brandon.butler@nist.gov
    Travis Zoellner
    (303) 497-5535
    travis.zoellner@nist.gov
    Files
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    NIST-SS01-HAZMAT.docx
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting responses from potential sources capable of providing environmental consulting, industrial hygiene support, and HAZMAT database maintenance services under the NAICS code 541620. Interested companies should submit specific information via email, including company details, capabilities, and relevant experience, while avoiding proprietary information. They are expected to identify any restrictive requirements and suggest improvements for small business participation. Additionally, entities should confirm their small business status and provide alternative NAICS codes if applicable. While this notice is not a solicitation or a request for quotations, NIST will use the submitted information for market research purposes to prepare for future procurement. Responses should be submitted before the stated deadline, and questions can be directed to the designated contacts by the specified date. This process aims to gather insights and gauge the market’s capacity to meet NIST's upcoming needs without any commitment to an award.
    PWS for NIST HAZMAT Base Plus 4 On Call Services-2-27-25.docx
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks a contractor for environmental consulting, industrial hygiene support, and maintenance of its HAZMAT database at its Boulder and Fort Collins campuses in Colorado. The contract is essential to ensure a safe working environment by addressing hazards from aging buildings containing regulated materials like asbestos and lead-based paint during ongoing renovations and maintenance. The contractor's duties include on-call environmental consulting, site evaluations, sampling and analysis of hazardous materials, and providing recommendations on safety protocols. The contract also involves managing the existing HAZMAT Database, performing audits of hazardous materials, and conducting necessary assessments tied to construction activities. Deliverables include synthesizing findings into reports, handling asbestos surveys, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The contract will span from October 2025 to September 2030, divided into base and option periods. The document outlines specific tasks, performance requirements, and the need for qualified personnel, aligning with government standards for environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
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