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6505 N.E. 65th Street

USGS OAG SACRAMENTO ACQUISITION BR.

MODOC HALL, CSUS

3020 STATE UNIVERSITY DRIVE EAST

SACRAMENTO CA 95819-6027

0044025330140G0326Q0190

Elizabeth Adam

278-9441 USGS Western Fisheries Research Ctr

98115

08/05/2026

08/16/2026 1000 ED

Seattle

WA

REQUEST FOR QUOTE

CALCIUM THIOSULPHATE METERING PUMP

SYSTEM AND INSTALLATION - SEATTLE, WA

INTRODUCTION

This is a solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation

(FAR) Part 12 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.

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OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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NSN 7540-01-152-8067

140G0326Q0190

DESCRIPTION

The US Geological Survey (USGS), Western

Fisheries Research Center (WFRC), requires a

Calcium Thiosulphate Injection System including installation as described in the attached

Salient Characteristics.

RELEVANT INFORMATION

The North American Industry Classification

System (NAICS) code 333914 Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment

Manufacturing and associated size standard 750 applies to this announcement, along with

Product Service Code (PSC) 4510 Plumbing

Fixtures and Accessories.

QUESTIONS

All questions must be sent directly to elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov by Tuesday, August

11, 2026, at 10:00am ED.

SUBMISSION OF QUOTES

Quotes shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to the Contracting

Officer at elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov. All quote documents required by this solicitation must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than Thursday, August 16, 2026, at

10:00am ED. Quotes submitted by hardcopy or any web portal shall not be accepted or considered

Quotes must be submitted FOB Destination shipping to Seattle, WA, EVALUATION OF QUOTES

Quotes will be evaluated by Comparative

Evaluations.

Offerors are to include a technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation as seen in the Evaluation

Factors (see Attachment). This may include product literature, references, or other documents, if necessary.

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Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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NSN 7540-01-152-8067

140G0326Q0190

THE UNITED STATES*** See FAR clause 52.225-1

Buy American.

Include the country of manufacture with your quote.

ESTIMATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

August 15 to November 15, 2026

Offerors shall return the following:

Signed SF-18

Firm, fixed price quote

Technical information including specifications of offerings

System for Award Management (SAM) Unique

Identification Entity (UEI)

Attached Pages:

Statement of Work

Clauses and Provisions

00010 1 EACALCIUM THIOSULPHATE INJECTION SYSTEM in accordance with the attached Salient

Characteristics.

Product/Service Code: 4510

Product/Service Description: PLUMBING FIXTURES

AND ACCESSORIES

Period of Performance: 08/15/2026 to

11/15/2026

Solicitation POC:

Elizabeth Adam, Contracting Officer elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov

140G0326Q0188

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

WFRC CALCIUM THIOSULFATE METERING PUMP SYSTEM

1.0 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC) located in Seattle, Washington requires a calcium thiosulfate metering pump skid system including installation to support de-chlorination of process water at the facility.

The WFRC carries out research and provides technical assistance to support the best possible stewardship of the Nation's natural resources, emphasizing fish populations and aquatic ecosystems of the West. The WFRC has a 50-year history of excellence in fisheries disciplines and are leaders in the field of molecular and microbiology within the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The WFRC addresses the unique issues of large western river systems such as the Columbia, and the challenges faced by desert aquatic systems and their threatened or endangered fish species.

The WFRC facility utilizes a process water system that requires precise de-chlorination through controlled calcium thiosulfate dosing to protect process water discharge from chlorine exposure. The existing Sulphur dioxide gas de-chlorination system is cost prohibitive and requires replacement with a modern, reliable duplex skid system. A duplex (dual pump) configuration is required to ensure continuous de-chlorination capability with built-in redundancy.

The calcium thiosulfate dosing duty is a low-flow, high-precision application. A metering pump with a high turndown ratio is required to enable accurate dosing at the fractional gallon-per-hour feed rates needed to replace the existing Sulphur dioxide gas system, while retaining headroom for dilute solution strengths and operational dose adjustments.

1.1 Brand Name or Equal

These Salient Characteristics reference the Blue-White FLEXFLO M1 peristaltic metering pump and CHEM-FEED CFCS-2 Compact Duplex Skid System to establish the salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics required by the Government. These references are for descriptive purposes only and do not restrict competition. Products that are equal to the referenced items and meet or exceed all minimum requirements stated in Section 4.0 will be considered for award. Offerors proposing an "equal" product shall clearly identify the proposed make and model and shall provide manufacturer technical data demonstrating compliance with each salient characteristic listed in Section 4.0. The Government will determine equivalency based on the documentation submitted.

2.0 SCOPE

This procurement is for one (1) peristaltic metering pump duplex skid system complete with two (2) peristaltic metering pumps, all skid components, delivery, installation, startup, and operator training at the USGS WFRC Seattle campus. The Blue-White FLEXFLO® M1 / CHEM-FEED® CFCS-2 system, or equal, is the reference basis for this requirement.

2.1 Delivery and installation address – USGS WFRC, 6505 NE 65th Street, Seattle, WA 98115.

2.2 Estimated Period of Performance – September 1 to December 1, 2026

2.3 Work Hours – Installation work will be performed during normal business hours, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

2.4 Administrative Point of Contact TBA

3.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

3.1 Blue-White FLEXFLO M1 Engineering and Technical Data Sheet (P.N. 85000-156, REV 9) -reference only – Not attached

3.2 Blue-White CHEM-FEED CFCS-2 Engineering and Technical Data Sheet (P.N. 85000-XXX, REV 0.9) - reference only – Not attached

3.3 NSF/ANSI Standard 61- Drinking Water System Components – Not attached

4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS (SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS)

The contractor shall furnish a peristaltic metering pump duplex skid system, equal to the Blue-White FLEXFLO M1 / CHEM-FEED CFCS-2, meeting or exceeding the following minimum salient characteristics. Where a referenced model number appears, it is provided as the reference basis; an equal product meeting the stated performance criteria is acceptable.

4.1 Duplex Skid System

4.1.1 Skid: Prefabricated duplex (dual pump) chemical metering skid (reference: Blue-White CFCS-2, Model CFCS-2XAAVC-FPXCXXTBP, or equal). Minimum requirements:

a. Chemically resistant polyethylene structure suitable for calcium thiosulfate service

b. Single inlet / single outlet configuration

c. PVC Schedule 80 piping (or equal corrosion-resistant thermoplastic)

d. FKM seals (or equal elastomer compatible with calcium thiosulfate)

e. 1/4" ID PE tubing connections

f. Calibration column, minimum 3 GPH (100 mL) capacity, transparent for visual draw-down verification

g. Pulsation dampener, minimum 10 cubic inch volume

h. Pressure gauge with guard, minimum 60 PSI range

i. Built-in drip/spill containment

j. Maximum working pressure rating of not less than 150 psi (10.3 bar).

k. Floor or wall mountable

4.1.2 Pumps: Two (2) peristaltic metering pumps (reference: Blue-White FLEXFLO M1, Model M14- 6T, or equal). Minimum requirements:

a. Peristaltic (hose/tube) metering pump principle, self-priming

b. Continuous duty cycle

c. Flow range encompassing, at minimum, 0.001 to 1.35 GPH, with capability to accurately meter at fractional GPH feed rates

d. Turndown ratio of not less than 1,000:1 (reference product provides 10,000:1)

e. Maximum working pressure rating of not less than 100 PSI (6.89 bar)

f. 115V / 60Hz, single phase operation; NEMA 5/15 power cord

g. Tubing material compatible with calcium thiosulfate (reference: Flex-A-Prene or equal)

h. Inlet/outlet: 3/8" OD x 1/4" ID tube compression fitting, or equal

i. Enclosure rated NEMA 4X (IP66)

j. Tube failure / leak detection capability

k. Integral display and keypad for local operation

4.1.3 Control and Integration: Each pump shall provide, at minimum:

a. Manual (local) control

b. 4-20mA analog signal input for remote dosing speed control

c. 4-20mA analog signal output for flow/status feedback

d. Remote start/stop

e. Alarm output

f. Motor status / run output

g. Flow verification capability

The 4-20mA input and output shall support integration with the facility Siemens Desigo building management system (BMS) for dosing speed control and feedback. Offerors shall identify the signal connector type and any cabling required for BMS integration.

4.1.4 Standards: Equipment shall be NSF/ANSI 61 certified and listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (e.g., cETLus or equal).

4.1.5 Warranty: Minimum one (1) year manufacturer warranty on metering pumps. Minimum two (2) year warranty on skid system.

4.2 Installation

The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and parts for complete installation of the skid system.

Installation is incidental to the furnishing of the calcium thiosulphate system. Installation shall include physical mounting of the skid, plumbing connections to the calcium thiosulfate storage tank and process water injection point, and system commissioning. The contractor shall coordinate with USGS facilities staff on the installation schedule to minimize disruption to facility operations.

4.3 Documentation and Training

The contractor shall provide operator training covering system operation, routine maintenance, pump tube inspection and replacement, and troubleshooting. The contractor shall deliver manufacturer operation and maintenance manuals, warranty documentation, and as-installed documentation upon project completion.

5.0 DELIVERABLES

The contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

5.1 Peristaltic metering pump duplex skid system meeting the salient characteristics of Section 4.1 (reference basis: Blue-White CHEM-FEED CFCS-2 with two (2) FLEXFLO M1 pumps, Model M14- 6T, or equal), including all skid components, power cord, tubing, and fittings as specified.

5.2 Installation and Parts – Delivery, installation, plumbing connections to calcium thiosulfate storage location and process water injection point, system commissioning, and startup testing. All parts and labor included. Installation is incidental to the furnishing of the calcium thiosulphate system.

5.3 Documentation and Training – Operator training on system operation, routine maintenance, pump tube inspection and replacement, and troubleshooting. Delivery of manufacturer operation and maintenance manuals, warranty documentation, and as-installed documentation.

6.0 BASIS OF EQUIVALENCY EVALUATION

An “equal” product offered will be evaluated against the salient characteristics in Section 4.0. At a minimum, the offeror shall demonstrate that the proposed system provides: (a) duplex peristaltic metering with the specified flow range, turndown, and pressure rating; (b) the specified control and BMS integration signals (4-20mA input and output, remote start/stop, alarm and status outputs); (c) NSF/ANSI 61 certification and required listings/markings; (d) chemical compatibility with calcium thiosulfate for all wetted components; and (e) the specified warranty terms. Failure to demonstrate any salient characteristic may render the offer technically unacceptable.

SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/.

The following provisions are incorporated by reference, with fill-ins noted as appropriate:

Provision Title Date 52.203-11 Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence

Certain Federal Transactions Sept 2024

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation

Jan 2017

52.204-7 System for Award Management – Registration Jan 2017 52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction Under Any Federal Law Feb 2016 [DEVIATION]

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

Sept 2023 [DEVIATION]

52.219-1 Small Business Program Representations Feb 2024 [DEVIATION] 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate Oct 2022 52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and

Certifications Mar 2026 [DEVIATION]

52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions Nov 2020

52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021 [DEVIATION])

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

Comparative evaluations.

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of provision)

CLAUSES

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

http://www.acquisition.gov/far/

Clause Title Effective Date 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements Jan 2017

52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance Oct 2018 [DEVIATION] 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications Dec 2014 [DEVIATION] 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations Nov 2015 [DEVIATION] 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and

Commercial Services Nov 2023 [DEVIATION]

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors Mar 2023 52.233-3 Protest after Award Aug 1996 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim Oct 2004 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Mar 2026 52.243-1 Changes – Fixed Price Aug 1987 [DEVIATION] 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services Oct 2025 [DEVIATION] 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights Nov 2023 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside NOV 2020 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation MAR 2020 52.222-3 Convict Labor JUN 2003 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies MAR 2026 52.222-36 Alternate I

Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities — Alternate I JUL 2014

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons OCT 2025 52.223-23 Sustainable Products and Services MAY 2024 52.225-1 Buy American—Supplies OCT 2022 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving MAY 2024 52.232-33 Payment by EFT—SAM OCT 2018 52.233-1 Disputes MAY 2014 52.252-6 Authorized Deviations in Clauses NOV 2020

52.232-18 Availability of Funds (Apr 1984) Funds are not presently available for this contract. The Government’s obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

(End of clause)

52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (DEVIATION April 2026)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause— Program participation means membership or participation in, or access or admission to: training, mentoring, or leadership development programs; educational opportunities; clubs; associations; or similar opportunities that are sponsored or established by the contractor or subcontractor.

Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities means disparate treatment based on race or ethnicity in the recruitment, employment (e.g., hiring, promotions), contracting (e.g., vendor agreements), program participation, or allocation or deployment of an entity's resources.

(b) In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:

(1) The Contractor will not engage in any racially discriminatory DEI activities;

(2) The Contractor will furnish all information and reports, including providing access to books, records, and accounts, as required by the Contracting Officer, for purposes of ascertaining compliance with this clause;

(3) In the event of the Contractor's or a subcontractor's noncompliance with this clause, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and the Contractor or subcontractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts;

(4) The Contractor will report any subcontractor's known or reasonably knowable conduct that may violate this clause to the Contracting Officer and take any appropriate remedial actions directed by the Contracting Officer; and

(5) The Contractor will inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues the Contractor and the suit puts at issue, in any way, the validity of this clause.

(6) The Contractor recognizes that compliance with the requirements of this clause are material to the Government's payment decisions for purposes of 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(4).

(c) The Contractor must include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts at any tier, including those for commercial products and commercial services, except those where the place of delivery or performance is outside the United States.

(End of clause)

GS0231 Technical Liaison – Technical Clarification (Dec 2024)

a) The performance required herein shall be subject to the technical clarification of the Technical Liaison (TL) as identified below. As used herein, "technical clarification" is defined as communication to help the contractor fully understand the requirements.

(b) The Technical Liaison is not delegated any Contracting Officer’s Representative responsibilities.

(c) The Technical Liaison may not modify the requirements in any way. All modifications must be authorized by the Contracting Officer.

(d) The contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, if they believe the Technical Liaison is directing work outside the requirements of this contract. The contractor may not be reimbursed for any work outside the requirements of this contract.

(e) The Technical Liaison assigned for this contract is:

TBA

Telephone: TBA Email: TBA U.S. Geological Survey, Western Fisheries Research Center

6505 NE 65th Street Seattle, WA 98115

(f) Only the Contracting Officer may designate a new Technical Liaison.

(End of Local Clause)

Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements - Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (February 2021)

Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U. S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

"Payment request" means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment by the Contractor. To constitute a proper invoice, the payment request must comply with the requirements identified in the applicable Prompt Payment clause included in the contract, or the clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items included in commercial item contracts. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov

Under this contract, the following documents are required to be submitted as an attachment to the IPP invoice [Contracting Officer to edit and include the documentation required under this contract]: invoice

The Contractor must use the IPP website to register access and use IPP for submitting requests for payment. The Contractor Government Business Point of Contact (as listed in SAM) will receive enrollment instructions via email from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRBSTL) within 3 - 5 business days of the contract award date. Contractor assistance with enrollment can be obtained by contacting the IPP Production Helpdesk via email IPPCustomerSupport@fiscal.treasury.gov or phone (866) 973-3131.

If the Contractor is unable to comply with the requirement to use IPP for submitting invoices for payment, the Contractor must submit a waiver request in writing to the Contracting Officer with its proposal or quotation.

GS1131 Unilateral De-obligation (May 2013)

The contractor shall submit all invoices under this award no later than ninety (90) calendar days after the period of performance has expired, unless a request for extension has been submitted to, and granted by, the Contracting Officer. After 120 calendar days have passed after the expiration of the period of performance, the Contracting Officer reserves the right to issue a unilateral modification deobligating any unexpended funds, and to initiate closeout procedures.

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