ISO 17025 Laboratory Accreditation

The US Army Contracting Command-Redstone, Operations, Services, & Training Division has issued a Special Notice seeking market research for ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation for the Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP) located at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. The notice focuses on obtaining third-party accreditation for the laboratory, which is critical for demonstrating technical competence and ensuring the reliability of oil analysis services. ISO 17025 is an international standard that establishes general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories, providing a framework for demonstrating competence and producing accurate results. The accreditation is essential for the AOAP's mission of conducting continuous in-service lubricant sample analysis in support of Army requirements worldwide. The opportunity is classified under the NAICS category of All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to identify potential contractors capable of conducting a comprehensive assessment of the laboratory's compliance with ISO 17025 standards. Contractors will be responsible for performing an initial assessment, generating a written report, providing a verbal out-brief, evaluating remedial actions, and ultimately issuing an accreditation certificate. Key performance requirements include annual assessment reporting and potential remedial action approvals. The solicitation requires contractors to schedule assessments during normal business hours, coordinate with the Laboratory Compliance Analyst, and comply with specific security requirements, including Antiterrorism Level I training and iWATCH program briefings. Contractors must be prepared to work closely with government personnel, who will provide access to laboratory areas, equipment, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and necessary documentation. The opportunity is open to professional services firms specializing in laboratory accreditation and technical certification. The Special Notice was posted on June 3, 2025, with a response deadline of June 10, 2025.