B--Sources Sought Seawater Analysis
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified businesses capable of providing laboratory analytical services for dissolved inorganic nutrient analysis. This requirement supports the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center (PCMSC). This is for information gathering and acquisition planning only; it is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded at this time. Capability statements are due by June 19th, 2026, at 8:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Requirement
The USGS requires laboratory analysis of 407 marine porewater and seawater samples for dissolved inorganic nutrients using Flow Injection Analysis (FIA). The required analytes, analytical ranges, and QA/QC protocols are detailed in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). Samples will be provided by the Government, filtered, frozen, and shipped on dry ice.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 541380 – Testing Laboratories and Services
- Size Standard: $19 million average annual receipts
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 8:00 AM Pacific Time
- Published: June 10, 2026
Requested Information (Capability Statement)
Interested firms should submit a capability statement demonstrating:
- Experience performing dissolved inorganic nutrient analyses via FIA on marine porewater and seawater matrices.
- Ability to meet the analytical ranges, precision, and QA/QC requirements specified in the SOW.
- Laboratory capacity to analyze 407 samples within standard turnaround timelines.
- Relevant past performance examples for similar analytical work.
- Business size status under NAICS 541380, including any SBA socioeconomic designations (e.g., HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a)).
Submission Instructions
- Submit responses via email only to Anthony Berry, Contracting Officer, at Anthony_berry@ios.doi.gov.
- Late submissions may not be considered.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice.