Inorganic Chemical Water Testing (Nitrate/Nitrite)

The contract seeks a small business to perform chemical analysis of water samples for nitrate and nitrite concentrations within public water systems, ensuring compliance with state regulatory standards. This work requires precise laboratory testing, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of results to verify water safety and regulatory adherence. The scope is narrowly focused on inorganic chemical analysis with no mention of additional water parameters or field sampling duties. The opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541380, meaning only small businesses certified by the SBA are eligible to bid. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with responses due by August 5, 2026. Performance will be centered in Kamiah, Idaho, at a zip code of 83536, and the contracting entity is the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest under the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The contract type is a subcontract, indicating it may be part of a larger environmental or water quality management initiative.