H--TSC 8530 UTM CALIBRATIONS FY26-FY28
Overview
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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 Bureau of Reclamation intends to procure Instron calibration and maintenance services for its testing machines and extensometers located at the Denver Federal Center, Lakewood, CO. This is a Special Notice indicating an intent to sole source to Instron, a division of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. Firms believing they can fulfill the requirements may submit a capability statement by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the annual calibration and maintenance of five testing machines and two extensometers used with two of the testing machines. These services are essential for ensuring the quality, accuracy, and reliability of equipment at the Bureau of Reclamation Laboratories.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Duration: Base year (2026-2027) with two option years (2027-2028 and 2028-2029)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, by 2:00 PM MT
- Published: June 5, 2026
Submission Requirements
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, any firm that believes it can fulfill the requirements may submit a written response to Keith L. Singleton at keith_singleton@ios.doi.gov. The response must reference solicitation number 140R4026Q0087 and include a capability statement detailing the firm’s experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule. All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at www.sam.gov.
Additional Notes
The acquisition is planned as a sole source to Instron due to the proprietary nature of their existing machines, which they designed, developed, and manufactured.