USAFSAM/OE Water Testing

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide occupational and environmental program support to the United States Air Force (USAF) and Major Commands (MAJCOMs) by performing analytical testing of drinking water and raw water samples. This effort assists in reporting data for occupational and environmental health risk assessments, adhering to various federal regulations including OSHA, EPA's SDWA, CWA, and RCRA.

• Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other necessary items.

• Conduct analytical testing of drinking water and raw water samples for organic, inorganic, conventional, general chemical, and radio-analytical parameters.

• Services include sample receiving, storage, analysis, disposal, Quality Control (QC), and Chain-of-Custody (COC) maintenance.

• Submit analytical reports adhering to ISO17025:2017 section 7.8 requirements.

• Analyze samples congruent with EPA's Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and/or Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).

• Obtain prior approval from USAFSAM for any sub-contracted analyses.

• Provide appropriate sample containers, shipping containers, packing materials, and labels meeting all regulatory requirements.

• Comply with Department of Transportation (DoT) and International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations for shipping.

• Routine analyses to be performed within 15 working days from receipt of the Official BPA Call.

• Rush analyses may be requested and provided when authorized.

• Reports must adhere to ISO/IEC17025:2017 reporting requirements.

• Electronic Data Deliverables (EDDs) must be provided within 15 working days following receipt of an Official Call Order.

• Revised reports/EDDs must be provided within ten working days if inaccuracies are found.

• Period of Performance (PoP) is Five (5) years from award of agreement.

• Samples may be collected from various world-wide locations, both CONUS and OCONUS.

• Laboratories must be EPA certified for applicable drinking water methods and may require state EPA certifications.

• Participation in Performance Testing (PT) programs is required.

• Accreditation by a recognized certifying body meeting ISO/IEC17025 is preferable.

• Contractor is responsible for disposal of unused samples at no cost to the Government.

• Contractor must obtain prior approval from USAFSAM/OEA before contacting individuals from USAF and DoD installations regarding service and submission-related matters.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide occupational and environmental program support to the United States Air Force (USAF) Major Commands (MAJCOMs) by performing analytical testing of drinking water or raw water samples. This effort supports risk assessments related to OSHA, EPA's Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).

• Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision for analytical testing.

• Conduct testing for organic, inorganic, conventional, general chemical, and radio-analytical parameters.

• Manage sample receiving, storage, analysis, and disposal.

• Implement and maintain Quality Control (QC) and Chain-of-Custody (COC) procedures.

• Submit analytical reports adhering to ISO17025:2017 standards.

• Analyze samples from CONUS and OCONUS locations.

• Provide sample containers, shipping materials, preservatives, and labels.

• Comply with all applicable shipping regulations (DoT, IATA).

• Perform analyses using EPA-approved methods, preferably the most recently published.

• Verify preservation, temperature, and hold time requirements are met.

• Provide Level II/III QA/QC data packages upon request.

• Laboratories must be EPA certified and preferably accredited by a recognized body meeting ISO/IEC17025 standards.

• Routine analyses to be performed within 15 working days of receipt of the Official BPA Call.

• Rush analyses may be requested and provided.

• Reports must adhere to ISO/IEC17025:2017 reporting requirements.

• Electronic Data Deliverables (EDDs) required within 15 working days following receipt of an Official Call Order.

• Revised reports/EDDs must be provided within ten working days if inaccuracies are found.

• Period of Performance (PoP): Five (5) years from award of agreement.

• Samples may originate from various world-wide locations in and around USAF and DoD installations.

• Subcontracting requires prior approval from USAFSAM.

• Contractor is responsible for outbound shipments and return of USAF-owned equipment.

• Inbound shipping charges are the responsibility of the USAF.

• Contractor must contact USAFSAM/OEA for service and submission-related matters.

• Unauthorized contact with individuals from USAF and DoD installations is prohibited.

• Contractor is responsible for disposal of unused samples at no cost to the Government.

• Call sheet paperwork within 2 working days of sample receipt.

• Final laboratory reports within 15 working days for routine analyses.

• Electronic Data Deliverables (EDDs) in a specified Excel format.

• Revised reports and EDDs as needed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a price list for water testing and analysis services provided by USAFSAM/OEA. It details various tests, their corresponding codes, and options for routine or expedited orders.

• Test Description: Lists specific water quality tests, such as EPA 150.1 pH, EPA 180.1 TURBIDITY, and various EPA and SM (Standard Methods) analyses for metals, anions, perchlorate, cyanide, volatile organic compounds, PFAS, and more.
• Test Code: Unique identifiers for each test.
• Routine Order / Expedited Order: Columns indicating pricing or availability for standard versus rush services (specific pricing is not included in the provided text, only the structure).

This price list is crucial for bidders to understand the potential costs associated with the water testing and analysis services required for the opportunity. Bidders will likely need to use this information to formulate their pricing proposals, ensuring they account for the specified tests and service levels (routine vs. expedited).