NR-ARD - improve ION analysis RFP

The National Park Service seeks ion analysis services to support its Interagency Monitoring of Protected Visual Environments program. The contractor will extract ions from nylon filters containing ambient aerosol samples collected at 157 sites, conduct quality-assured analysis, and report data to ensure long-term visibility and air quality monitoring. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical approach, key personnel qualifications, experience, past performance, and price. The response deadline is April 26, 2021.

There is no set-aside. The primary NAICS code is 541715 and PSC code is D304. The incumbent contractor is not named. The base year quantity is 18,000 filters with option years ranging from 17,000 to 20,000 filters awarded as a fixed price NTE. Additional optional tasks include analysis of 1,500 filters annually for cations, ammonium, and methylamine. Performance will take place at the contractor's facility.