Latest US Technique Analysis Contracts & Bids

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is seeking industry feedback on a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the development of a new parametric railway line capacity model. The model will be publicly available and will be an adjunct to existing railroad operations simulation tools. The PWS details tasks, activities, and objectives, including project management, methodological guidelines, data collection and management, model development, validation, calibration, coordination support, publication, and documentation requirements. The anticipated budget is between $950,000 and $1,000,000. The PWS also outlines options for annual maintenance and support, and for additional model redevelopment and enhancements. Interested offerors are encouraged to review the draft PWS and provide comments and questions.

This tender seeks a contract laboratory experienced in analyzing cyanotoxins in water sources for a public water system in Pennsylvania. The contract covers analysis of samples for cylindrospermopsin and total microcystins using EPA methods 545 and 546, respectively. The laboratory must meet specific qualifications, including EPA or NELAP accreditation, or state accreditation with professional references. The contract term is from the date of purchase order execution to June 30, 2026, with potential for up to four renewals. The laboratory must provide sampling supplies, guidance, chain-of-custody forms, and analytical reports. Invoices must be submitted to both the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the project manager. Estimated quantities are provided for the initial contract term, and further quantities may be negotiated for renewals. The bid must include prices for individual sample analysis, differentiated results (intracellular vs. extracellular), standard and expedited turnaround times, and bottle prep fees for finished water samples.

This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes, not a solicitation. Offerors must be registered in SAM (System for Award Management) and provide entity information, preferred contact information, size classification, and capability information. Responses are limited to five pages and must be submitted to ***@***. *. * by 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Wednesday, July 31st. Questions must be submitted in writing by 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Friday, July 25th. The government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for submitted information.

The procurement seeks a portable DD neutron generator for Prompt Gamma Activation Analysis (PGAA) to analyze the composition of materials, particularly hydrogen content, in semiconductor device manufacturing. The generator must meet specific technical specifications, including neutron output, tube lifetime, and operating modes. Delivery is FOB destination, and the contractor is responsible for packing, delivery, and any loss or damage before acceptance. NIST will conduct performance tests and a visual inspection within 15 working days of receipt. A 12-month or 500-operating-hour warranty is required. Training for up to two users will be provided within 10 working days of delivery. The generator is critical to project timelines and milestones related to reference material development.