Lead-Based Paint Testing and Risk Assessment

The contract requires the performance of lead-based paint inspections using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology and chip sampling to identify and quantify lead hazards in structures located in Alameda, California, with a zip code of 94501. All testing and assessment activities must adhere strictly to the federal regulations outlined in 40 CFR Part 745, which governs the standards for lead-based paint evaluation, hazard assessment, and documentation. The contractor is responsible for accurately documenting all findings, ensuring compliance with regulatory protocols, and delivering complete and verifiable reports that meet federal requirements. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program, as defined by FAR 19.5, and is classified under NAICS code 541620, indicating environmental consulting services. The solicitation was posted on April 23, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on June 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The contracting agency is the Department of Homeland Security through its Base Alameda facility, and performance is exclusively tied to the Alameda location. All work must be executed by a qualified small business entity, and the contractor must be prepared to meet all technical, regulatory, and reporting obligations without deviation.