Sources Sought – Weld Inspection and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) Services
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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
Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), operating Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) for the U.S. Department of Energy, has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified small business concerns capable of providing on-call weld inspection and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) services. This market research aims to support maintenance and repair activities for BNL's utility infrastructure in Upton, New York. Responses are due by May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
Services are anticipated to include:
- Visual examination of welds (ASME Section V, Article 9)
- Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) (ASME Section V Articles 4 and 14)
- Inspection reporting and documentation
- Identification and evaluation of weld discontinuities
- Work in both confined and non-confined spaces
- Compliance with OSHA, BNL safety, and site access requirements
Contractors must furnish qualified personnel, inspection equipment, reporting documentation, PPE, and all necessary tools. Personnel performing PAUT must possess, at minimum, Level II Ultrasonic Testing certification with documented PAUT-specific training in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A and CP-189 requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, NY
- Response Time: Capability to respond to inspection requests within two (2) business days.
- Location Requirement: Must be located within 50 miles of Brookhaven National Laboratory.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 20, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested firms should provide:
- Company name, address, UEI, and business size status
- Relevant experience performing comparable weld inspection and PAUT services
- Applicable certifications and inspector qualifications
- Capability to perform confined space inspections
- Ability to meet response time requirements
- Any applicable socioeconomic status information
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Stephen Johnston (sjohnston@bnl.gov, 631-344-5742)