IL-crab orchard NWR-sampling volunteer

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to conduct soil sampling and testing at the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois. Specifically, the project involves sampling twelve locations at two different depths for three contaminant suites: PCBs, Pesticides, and Metals at the Martha's Theater/Old Chameness Schoolhouse Site. The solicitation requires the use of an accredited laboratory and adherence to Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (ILEPA) regulations, specifically the Tiered Approach to Corrective Action Objectives (TACO). Contractors will be evaluated primarily on their technical capabilities and ability to meet the statement of work, with price considered secondarily. The proposal must include a total firm fixed price for sampling, testing, and reports, along with lab qualifications, certifications, and past performance information. The solicitation was posted on April 17, 2025, with proposals due by April 25, 2025, and the contract is expected to be awarded to the offer providing the best overall value to the government.

The contract is not set aside for any specific business category and falls under the NAICS category 541380 for Testing Laboratories and Services. The period of performance is from May 1, 2025, to September 1, 2025, with a final delivery date of September 1, 2025. The project will be awarded as a firm fixed-price purchase order, with the place of performance being the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the scope involves comprehensive soil sampling and testing across twelve locations at two depths. Technical points of contact for the solicitation are Sam Finney and Keith Grezlik, who can provide additional information about the project requirements. The contract will require detailed reporting and compliance with environmental testing standards, making it suitable for environmental testing laboratories with experience in contaminant analysis.