F--NR-ARD-269 IMPROVE OPS & FILTER ANALYSIS
ID: 140P2125R0017Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICENCR REGIONAL CONTRACTING(30000)WASHINGTON, DC, 20242, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- AIR QUALITY SUPPORT (F101)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1e1e8aee644d4b4aa56a876d860953da/view
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    The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking qualified organizations to support its requirement for ion analysis of samples collected under the Interagency Monitoring of Protected Visual Environments (IMPROVE) program. The primary objective is to analyze approximately 18,000 nylon filters annually for ion components such as nitrite, nitrate, sulfate, and chloride, ensuring compliance with air quality standards mandated by the Clean Air Act and contributing to visibility improvement in national parks. This procurement is critical for effective air quality management and monitoring in Class I federal areas, with deliverables including ion mass concentration data and quality assurance reports. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and qualifications by December 11, 2024, via email to Christina Gingras at christina_gingras@nps.gov.

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    Gingras, Christina
    (000) 000-0000
    christina_gingras@nps.gov
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    Sources_Sought_Notice_IMPROVE_Ion_Analysis_1.docx
    The National Park Service (NPS) seeks a contractor to conduct ion analysis of Environmental Protection Agency’s Interagency Monitoring of Protected Visual Environments (IMPROVE) samples collected on nylon filters. The primary goal is to ensure the protection of air quality in national parks and reduce manmade visibility impairments, as mandated by the Clean Air Act. The contractor will analyze ion components—specifically nitrite, nitrate, sulfate, and chloride—across approximately 18,000 filters annually, adhering to established protocols and quality assurance standards. Deliverables include ion mass concentration data, quality assurance reports, and technical progress reports. Additional optional tasks may involve measuring cations, NHx, organic acids, smoke markers, and other pollutants. The successful bidder will collaborate closely with the IMPROVE Operations Contractor, primarily the University of California, Davis, and must demonstrate established competencies and methodological equivalences. The project underscores the NPS’s commitment to effective air quality management and visibility improvement in Class I federal areas through comprehensive monitoring and analysis.
    Sources_Sought_Synopsis_1.docx
    The National Park Service is conducting market research through a sources sought synopsis to identify organizations capable of supporting its requirement for IMPROVE ION Analysis. The purpose of this market research is to gather information that will help determine the method of acquisition for these services, falling under the NAICS code 541620. No solicitation is currently available, and any responses provided by interested parties are voluntary and carried at their own expense. Organizations are requested to submit their name, contact information, ownership details, and tailored capability statements detailing relevant experience and qualifications. The government aims to assess market capacity to deliver the necessary services, manage resources effectively, and develop a sound project management plan in compliance with performance-based service contracts. Based on the feedback received, the requirement may be set aside for small businesses or pursued via full and open competition. Responses to this notice are to be submitted by December 11, 2024, via email to the designated contact.
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