WA-columbia river fisheries-edna sample processing

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking eDNA sample processing services for the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (CRFWCO) in Washington. The solicitation involves processing 104 eDNA water samples to test for five aquatic invasive species: New Zealand mudsnail, zebra mussel, quagga mussel, northern pike, and American bullfrog. Contractors must submit quotes on company letterhead with detailed pricing, SAM.gov UEI code, point of contact information, and applicable GSA contract numbers. The evaluation will be based on price and technical capability, with contractors required to have appropriate eDNA assays for species-specific analysis. Quotes are due by January 31, 2025, with a performance period within 90 days of contract award, and the solicitation will be awarded as a firm-fixed price contract.

Initially designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 541380 with a $19M size standard, Amendment 0001 changed the competition to allow participation from businesses of all sizes. The work involves analyzing filtered water samples collected across six Lower Columbia River National Fish Hatcheries and three index locations, which will be mailed to the contractor's laboratory approximately one week after contract award. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement falls under the Testing Laboratories and Services category (NAICS 541380) with a PSC code of B525 for Special Studies/Analysis- Natural Resource. The solicitation originates from the Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service, specifically the SAT Team 1 located in Falls Church, VA, and the contract is classified as a civilian agency procurement.