Request for Information - Analytical Services

Project ID: 12405224 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	Defense Health Agency
Deadline	06/30/26
Posted	06/16/26
Estimated Value	$150,000 - $750,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services
PSC	Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing
Location	Norfolk, VA 23511 United States

Description

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Summary

This is a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources possessing the capabilities described herein and ascertain whether the required services are commercial in nature. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kind of offer will be considered in response to this RFI. Responses to this notice are not offers and will not be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. In keeping with the standards of FAR Part 10, the Government may request additional information from responders. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI or any follow-up information request. All information received in response to this RFI or any follow-up information request that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. At this time, questions concerning the composition and requirements for a future request for proposal will not be entertained. NOTE: At this time no solicitation exists. Therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of any potential Offeror to monitor this site for the release of any solicitation.

RFI Title

Analytical services for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).

LOCATION

Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine (NEMPU) 2 Norfolk, Comprehensive Industrial Hygiene Laboratory (CIHL), 1285 West D Bldg. U 238, Norfolk, VA 23511.

BACKGROUND

The Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Laboratory Department has a current contract for Analytical services that is expiring on 22 September 2026 and requires a new contract. The contracted lab will cover sample analysis that is outsourced based on the low sample volume or as a backup for coverage. - DESCRIPTION: NAICS 541380 Testing Laboratories and Services, PSC Q301 Medical Reference Laboratory Testing. See DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW).

RFI SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Responses to the RFI shall adhere to the following formatting and outline instructions: - All submissions shall be made electronically and be in one of the following formats: Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF. - Cover Page (1 page) Title Organization Responder's technical and administrative points of contact (names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses).

CAGE Code

3. Capabilities statement SHALL address the following: Contractor's clear understanding and ability to perform the scope of this requirement as detailed in the DRAFT SOW. Contractor's experience performing the same or similar work as detailed in the DRAFT SOW. Provide certificates for accreditation with the American Industrial Hygiene Association and ISO/IEC 17025:2017. Existing contract vehicles (e.g., GSA schedule) under which the responder currently offers these services, if any. Whether the responder provides the required services to the general public under terms and conditions similar to those offered to the Federal Government.

RESPONSES DUE

June 30, 2026 by 5 pm EST

SUBMISSION TO

Ms. Carol Uebelacker, carol.e.uebelacker.civ@health.mil

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Laboratory Department is seeking analytical services for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Medical Treatment Facility (MTF). The current contract for these services is set to expire on September 22, 2026, necessitating a new contract to ensure continued support. The contracted laboratory will be responsible for sample analysis that is outsourced due to low sample volume or as a backup when existing instrumentation is unavailable. Work Details The Comprehensive Industrial Hygiene Laboratory (CIHL) will require the contractor to perform various tasks including: - Analysis of air and toxic propriety products. - Conducting toxicological testing to evaluate worker exposure to hazardous materials. - Analyzing over 36,000 samples annually using various instrumentation such as Ion Chromatography, Atomic Absorption Spectrometry-Graphite Furnace, High Performance Liquid Chromatography, and Gas Chromatography. - Providing timely analysis with turnaround times of ten (10) business days for routine samples and not exceeding five (5) days for expedited samples. - Ensuring that all analyses are within the lab's accreditation scope and reporting any issues or mistakes within 48 hours. - Providing media for tests if required and invoicing for costs associated with media and shipping. - The contractor must be accredited by the American Industrial Hygiene Association and ISO/IEC 17025:2017, providing certificates prior to contract award. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the contract will be performed (if provided) Place of Performance Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine (NEMPU) 2 Norfolk, Comprehensive Industrial Hygiene Laboratory (CIHL), 1285 West D Bldg. U 238, Norfolk, VA 23511. Bidder Requirements Bidders must demonstrate: - A clear understanding and ability to perform the scope of work as detailed in the DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW). - Experience performing similar work as outlined in the SOW. - Accreditation certificates from the American Industrial Hygiene Association and ISO/IEC 17025:2017. - Existing contract vehicles under which they currently offer these services. - Capability to provide services under terms similar to those offered to the Federal Government. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on the existing contract GS07F6029R-N0025922F0197 awarded to Bureau Veritas North America for $160,000 covering 09/23/22–09/22/26. The prior award description—industrial hygiene sample analysis for NEPMU-2 and NEPMU-5—aligns closely with the current requirement for outsourced analytical testing of air/toxic products and toxicological sample analysis at the Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine (NEMPU) laboratory, suggesting continuity of the same core laboratory services.

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