Cone Penetration Skagit County WA

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Office of Acquisitions and Grants is seeking a contractor to perform seismic cone penetration testing (sCPT) services in the Skagit River Delta, Washington. The solicitation requires collecting geotechnical data at approximately 10 sites, including measurements of tip resistance, sleeve friction, inclination, and shear wave velocity to depths exceeding 20 meters. Contractors must submit a quotation by June 25, 2025, which includes a signed SF-18, pricing quote, technical capability statement, completed FAR representations, and a unique entity identifier. Evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess technical capability, price, and past performance, with the contract to be awarded to the offeror representing the best overall value to the government. The procurement will follow FAR Parts 12 and 13 guidelines, with a preference for a firm, fixed-price contract.

The solicitation is not restricted to any specific set-aside category, though it is structured as a small business opportunity. The target work locations are along Best Road and Fir Island Road near Conway, Washington, with project execution scheduled between August 2025 and May 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 541380 (Testing Laboratories) with a size standard of $19.0M, and PSC code B517 for Special Studies/Analysis-Geological. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, contractors should be prepared to conduct comprehensive geotechnical testing at multiple sites within the specified timeline. The project requires technical expertise in geological testing and the ability to perform precise geophysical measurements in a defined geographic area of the Skagit River Delta region.