Potable Water Sampling Services
ID: W25G1V50850049Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG CONT CT TYAD OFCTOBYHANNA, PA, 18466-0000, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- WATER QUALITY SUPPORT (F103)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a3d4bee7672f417fbe1e75c02758aefe/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, is seeking sources for Potable Water Sampling Services at Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania. The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of conducting annual and periodic sampling for various contaminants, including nitrates, volatile organic compounds, and PFAS, while adhering to strict federal and state regulations. This service is critical for ensuring the safety and quality of drinking water at the Depot, with contractors responsible for maintaining sample integrity and compliance with security protocols. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and essential business information by May 21, 2025, to Alicia Piercy at alicia.a.piercy.civ@army.mil, with confidentiality assured for proprietary submissions.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alicia Piercy
    (570) 615-7068
    alicia.a.piercy.civ@army.mil
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    B06 Sources Sought Doc.docx
    The Army Contracting Command (ACC) - Aberdeen Proving Ground is issuing a sources sought notice to identify potential vendors for Potable Water Sampling services at Tobyhanna Army Depot. This solicitation is for informational purposes only, with no formal request for proposals at this time. Interested vendors are encouraged to demonstrate their capabilities in alignment with the DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW), which details requirements such as furnishing labor, materials, equipment, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The anticipated contract will be a Firm Fixed Price order categorized under NAICS code 541380 for Testing Laboratories & Services. Responses to this notice must include essential business information and be submitted by May 21, 2025. The government will maintain confidentiality for any proprietary information submitted. This inquiry is part of the government's strategic planning to assess service providers for upcoming contracting opportunities at the Depot.
    DRAFT Statement of Work_Potable Water Sampling.docx
    The document outlines the scope of work for potable water sampling at Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD). It details the annual and periodic sampling requirements for various contaminants including nitrates, volatile organic compounds, coliform bacteria, inorganic compounds, lead and copper, as well as specific regulated compounds like PFAS. The sampling must follow strict methodologies per federal regulations, and results are to be reported to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PaDEP) in a timely manner. Contractors are responsible for maintaining sample integrity, providing necessary equipment, and ensuring compliance with security protocols while conducting this work. Security regulations demand careful access management, compliance with training requirements, and safeguarding of sensitive information. The document also emphasizes the importance of personnel accountability in emergencies and mandates that contractors report findings promptly while adhering to confidentiality and integrity standards established by the government. This summary encapsulates the requirements for ensuring safe drinking water quality while meeting federal and state regulations.
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