Trautwein Soil Testing Equipment Co

Trautwein Soil Testing Equipment Co is a sole proprietorship registered as a for-profit organization and manufacturer of goods in the federal contracting system. The company specializes in providing advanced geotechnical laboratory equipment and software systems to various U.S. government agencies, primarily supporting geological research projects. As a small business, Trautwein has established itself as a reliable supplier of specialized soil testing equipment, including automated triaxial compression apparatus, direct shear testing systems, and consolidation cells. The company has been registered to receive federal contract awards since December 17, 2001, demonstrating a long-standing relationship with government agencies in providing crucial equipment for soil analysis and research.

Over the years, Trautwein Soil Testing Equipment Co has secured multiple prime federal contract awards from defense and civilian agencies. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, particularly its Engineer Research and Development Center, has been a significant client, awarding contracts for GEOJAC BASE SYSTEM TRIAX software, automated triaxial compression apparatus, and other geotechnical lab equipment. These contracts have ranged from purchase orders to definitive contracts, with values spanning from $35,305 to $189,540. The company has also received awards from civilian agencies such as the U.S. Geological Survey, providing automated direct shear testing systems. Some of these contracts have been designated as total small business set-asides, while others have had no set-aside requirements. The equipment and software provided by Trautwein support critical research in areas such as levee and dam stability, warfighter mobility, and general geological studies, often in compliance with ASTM standards.