B--Permafrost Core Samples Lab Testing & Thermal Analysis
ID: 140G0325Q0087Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFFICE OF ACQUISITON GRANTSSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- SCIENTIFIC DATA (B529)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d04f9b199a61422eb0876a893bff1cd0/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) intends to negotiate a purchase order with The University of Alaska for specialized lab testing and thermal analysis of permafrost core samples. The procurement aims to conduct advanced soil index testing and thermal analysis to assess permafrost vulnerability to climate change, which is critical for validating remote sensing technologies requested by the Department of Defense. The selected laboratory will analyze thirty core samples for thermal properties and measure unfrozen water content on sixteen samples, adhering to strict preservation protocols and performance standards. Interested parties may submit inquiries via email to Joel Berberena at jberberena@usgs.gov, with responses due by May 5, 2025. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 541380, and the estimated funding amount is $19 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Berberena, Joel
    (000) 000-0000
    jberberena@usgs.gov
    Files
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    PWS_Rev1_PR0044014884_Permafrost_Core_Samples_Lab_Testing___Thermal_Analysis_2.pdf
    The USGS seeks a qualified laboratory to conduct advanced soil index testing and thermal analysis on permafrost core samples from Alaska as part of research aimed at understanding permafrost vulnerability to climate change. The laboratory will perform essential tests, including thaw consolidation, thermal conductivities, and heat capacities, crucial for validating remote sensing technologies requested by the DoD. The contractor will analyze thirty core samples for thermal properties and measure unfrozen water content on sixteen samples using pulsed nuclear magnetic resonance at specified temperatures. Testing will be conducted under strict preservation protocols between May 11 and August 7, 2025, with a completion date set for September 30, 2025. Deliverables include weekly updates and final reports in PDF or Excel formats. Key personnel must have over ten years of expertise in frozen soil testing, and all work must strictly adhere to specified performance standards. The project underscores the importance of precise testing conditions to avoid affecting significant multi-million-dollar DoD initiatives.
    Sources_Sought_PR0044014884_Permafrost_Core_Samples_Lab_Testing___Thermal_Analysis_1.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking qualified vendors for laboratory testing and thermal analysis of frozen permafrost core samples from northern Alaska. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify vendors capable of performing advanced analyses, including thaw consolidation, thermal conductivity, and unfrozen water content measurement, using specialized methodologies and equipment. Vendors must have demonstrated experience and capabilities, including compliance with specific technical requirements outlined in the document. The scope of work includes delivering core samples to a laboratory capable of maintaining sub-zero temperatures, performing tests on thirty core samples for various physical properties, and ensuring strict adherence to preservation protocols. The performance period is set from May 11 to August 7, 2025, with deliverables including weekly updates and final reports submitted on schedule. The USGS conducts this research to support its broader mission of validating remote sensing technologies crucial for mapping ground ice in Arctic regions. The results will inform the Department of Defense and other stakeholders about the structural implications of thawing permafrost. Overall, this initiative emphasizes the critical need for specialized testing services in high-stakes, environmentally sensitive areas.
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