Van outfitting

The US Geological Survey's Texas Water Science Center is seeking a contractor to modify a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cargo van for water-quality sample collection and equipment transport operations. The solicitation requires comprehensive van outfitting services including installation of a generator enclosure, external air conditioning, electrical outlets, laboratory workspace, specialized white non-metallic cabinetry with lockable features, floor-to-ceiling storage for corrosive and flammable materials, insulated walls, and water-resistant flooring. The van interior must accommodate specific dimensions of 180" length, 79" height, and 70" width, with designated areas for equipment tie-downs and water carboy storage according to detailed schematic specifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced offeror whose product meets all technical requirements, with evaluation based on technical compliance and price. Written quotes are due by September 16, 2025 at 0900 Eastern time, with an anticipated award date of September 18, 2025.

This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses under NAICS code 811121 with a size standard of $9 million and requires contractors to have 500 employees or fewer. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the solicitation materials. The contract period of performance spans from October 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026, with delivery required by February 28, 2026. The work involves modifying a single Sprinter van that must be delivered to the Texas Water Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award, and responses may be submitted electronically to rlanderson@usgs.gov.