Confined Space Compliance Assessment & Hazard Evaluation

The contract requires a thorough evaluation of all confined spaces at the BARC facility to identify and assess atmospheric, engulfment, mechanical, and structural hazards, ensuring full compliance with OSHA 1910.146 standards as well as NFPA and USDA regulations. Each confined space must be accurately classified according to its specific risks and documented to meet regulatory requirements, with the goal of establishing a safe and compliant operational environment. The work involves on-site inspection, hazard analysis, and documentation to support ongoing safety protocols and regulatory audits. This subcontract, issued under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, is assigned the NAICS code 541620 and is managed by the USDA Agricultural Research Service Agricultural Management and Planning Division. Performance must take place at the Beltsville location with a ZIP code of 20705. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, and responses are due by August 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. Contractors must be certified small businesses eligible under the SBA’s set-aside program and are expected to deliver a comprehensive, actionable assessment report supporting regulatory adherence and worker safety.