Calibration Services Master BPA for ERDC GSL
ID: W912HZ25R0414Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2R2 USA ENGR R AND D CTRVICKSBURG, MS, 39180-6199, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), is seeking qualified vendors to provide calibration services under a Master Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for its Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL) located in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The procurement aims to establish up to three BPAs for calibration services that comply with ISO 17025 standards, ensuring that various laboratory equipment, including balances and mixers, meets necessary testing and accreditation requirements. This initiative is critical for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with federal standards in laboratory testing, particularly in support of ongoing federal grants and infrastructure projects. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by 3:00 PM Central Standard Time on April 24, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jennifer Hoben at Jennifer.Hoben@usace.army.mil or David Ammermann at David.G.Ammermann@usace.army.mil, with a total estimated funding capacity of $285,000 over a five-year period.

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    The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) requires calibration services for its Concrete and Materials Branch (CMB) to maintain compliance with ASTM standards and AASHTO Resource Accreditation. The selected vendor must hold necessary certifications, including ISO 17025, and provide documentation confirming their qualifications and calibration standards. Calibration will involve various equipment across multiple labs, including balances, mechanical shakers, mixers, and testing machines, set for April-June 2025. All calibrations must be performed onsite in Vicksburg, MS, and comply with specific standards. The vendor is expected to promptly respond to requests for quotes and deliver calibration documentation within a set timeframe. Furthermore, the document outlines security requirements for contract personnel and mandates the use of the E-Verify Program for employment eligibility verification. Overall, this performance work statement emphasizes the critical need for precise calibrations to ensure accurate testing outcomes and maintain laboratory accreditation standards.
    The document details a request for an updated inventory of various laboratory equipment across multiple labs, including Aggregate, Asphalt, Cement, Concrete, and Soils Labs. It outlines specifications for each piece of equipment required for testing, including manufacturer, model, serial number, capacity, and division. The response includes a comprehensive tabulation of equipment categorized by lab type, providing specific details such as equipment ID, location, and model numbers for balances, mixers, shakers, and other instruments. This summary underscores the importance of maintaining accurate equipment records, vital for compliance and operational efficiency in laboratories supporting federal and state projects. The request and inventory serve as critical components in ensuring the labs meet statutory testing requirements and operational standards, which is essential in the context of ongoing federal grants and RFPs for infrastructural projects within government agencies.
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