Laboratory Analytical Services & Support
ID: FA7022GASTONType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA7022 AMIC DET 2 OL PATRICK PKAPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- MISCELLANEOUS (H299)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6e42368cbdf84bdc8c1dde569f194a36/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC), intends to award a sole-source contract to Linde Special Projects, LLC for laboratory analytical services focused on nuclear treaty monitoring sample analysis. The contract will require the contractor to analyze up to 9,400 samples annually, performing elemental assays, fraction separations, and radioassays while adhering to strict quality assurance standards and maintaining operational readiness. This procurement is critical for national security monitoring, emphasizing the unique capabilities of Linde LLC as the only responsible source for these specialized services. Interested parties must submit their written interest and capability notifications by August 6, 2025, to Danny D Austin at danny.austin.3@us.af.mil, as no competitive proposals will be solicited.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Danny D Austin, Contracting Officer
    (321) 494-8133
    danny.austin.3@us.af.mil
    Jessica Olaechea, Contract Specialist
    (321) 494-8741
    jessica.olaechea@us.af.mil
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    The Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) intends to award a sole-source contract to Linde Special Projects, LLC for nuclear treaty monitoring sample analysis, citing legal justification under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 due to Linde's unique capabilities. The contract, with a projected award date of October 1, 2027, involves analyzing up to 9,400 samples annually, where elemental assays, fraction separations, and radioassays are performed with strict quality assurance standards. The contractor must ensure the purity of separated gases, maintain a low sample loss rate, and provide comprehensive reporting to the government. Moreover, the contractor is responsible for operations and maintenance of government-furnished equipment while adhering to regulatory and security compliance. A written interest notification from interested parties is requested by August 6, 2025, as no competitive proposals will be solicited. This document outlines the specific requirements and deliverables expected under the contract, emphasizing the need for operational readiness and adherence to classified security measures, underscoring the strategic importance of these analytical services for national security monitoring.
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