2025-2026 PARKWAY DRINKING WATER TESTING
ID: 140P5325Q0037Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
AwardedJun 20, 2025
$20.7K$20,742
AwardeeWATER TECH LABORATORIES, INC. 5 PINEWOOD PLAZA DR Granite Falls NC 28630 USA
Award #:140P5325P0017
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICESER NORTH MABO (53000)GATLINBURG, TN, 37738, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

UTILITIES- WATER (S114)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ff9f73c7f8134c5cb016e9d9f7ee270e/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking qualified contractors for the 2025-2026 Parkway Drinking Water Testing services at the Blue Ridge Parkway. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, testing equipment, and materials to conduct regular drinking water tests, including total coliform, nitrate/nitrite, and raw water MPN tests, for 40 drinking water systems operated by the Parkway. This initiative is crucial for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations regarding water quality, thereby safeguarding public health for visitors and employees. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by May 30, 2025, and ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission; for further inquiries, contact Ashley Warcewicz at ashley_warcewicz@nps.gov.

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    Warcewicz, Ashley
    ashley_warcewicz@nps.gov
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    A02_-_DOL_Wage_Determinations.pdf
    The document appears to contain various guidelines or protocols concerning government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), grants, and procurement processes at federal, state, and local levels. Its primary purpose seems to focus on the regulatory framework governing these processes, emphasizing compliance with established standards and protocols for submitting proposals and securing funding. Key topics likely include eligibility criteria for applicants, the procedures for submission of proposals, and the evaluation mechanisms put in place to assess the proposals' quality and relevance. Specific details may outline the necessary documentation required, timelines for submission, and points of contact for further inquiries. The document is seemingly structured to lead readers through the essential components of engaging with government funding opportunities, detailing everything from initial intention to final submission, while underscoring the importance of adherence to regulatory requirements. Overall, it provides crucial insights for potential applicants navigating the complexities of government contracting and funding opportunities, ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public resource allocation.
    A03_-_BLRI_-_Price_Schedule_-_2025_Parkway_Drinking_Water_Testing.pdf
    The document outlines the bid schedule for the 2025 Parkway Drinking Water Testing Services, detailing quantities and pricing for various tests required. The bid includes three primary analyses: bacteriological analysis, nitrate/nitrite testing for raw water, and a Most Probable Number (MPN) test. The schedule specifies quantifiable units for each analysis, indicating the total pricing for the base year of 2025, though the unit and extended prices remain to be filled in. The document serves as a formal request for proposals (RFP) aimed at securing a contractor to ensure compliance with water quality standards, which is essential for public health and regulatory adherence. Following federal and local guidelines, this initiative emphasizes the importance of accurate drinking water testing to safeguard community health.
    A1_-_Performance_Work_Statement.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for drinking water testing services at the Blue Ridge Parkway, managed by the National Park Service. The Parkway, spanning 469 miles across Virginia and North Carolina, maintains 40 drinking water systems for public and employee use, necessitating compliant testing per federal and state regulations. Contractors must provide necessary testing equipment and materials, report results for coliform and nitrate/nitrite tests, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Key responsibilities include the timely provision of sampling materials, notification of any positive test results, electronic reporting of analytical data, and invoicing for services. The contractor is also obliged to establish a Quality Control Plan to uphold service standards and undergo oversight from government quality assurance. The document stresses an adherence to safety regulations, specifies insurance requirements, and details a system for managing contractor performance through inspections and complaint resolution processes. This PWS serves as a foundation for the government’s procurement process, highlighting the importance of safe drinking water in national parks while detailing the expectations for contractor engagement.
    Sol_140P5325Q0037.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the National Park Service for drinking water testing services at the Blue Ridge Parkway. It outlines the requirements for contractors to provide all necessary materials and supervision for water quality tests, including monthly total coliform tests and annual nitrate/nitrite tests for 40 drinking water systems operated by the Park. The period of performance for the contract is from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with a fixed price contract set aside for small businesses, falling under the NAICS code 541380 for Testing Laboratories. Key details include the submission deadline for quotes, vendor registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and the prohibition of certain telecommunications equipment as specified by government regulations. The RFQ emphasizes compliance with federal regulations for water quality testing and states that costs incurred in preparing the quote are not reimbursable. The document also incorporates additional provisions and clauses pertinent to federal procurements, ensuring that interested vendors adhere to these terms during the bidding process. Overall, this RFQ emphasizes the government's commitment to safe drinking water standards while promoting participation from small businesses in federal contracting opportunities.
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