Radioactive Waste Disposal

Solicitation 1232SA26Q0337 is a firm-fixed price contract awarded by the USDA Agricultural Research Service for the comprehensive disposal of mixed radiological and radioactive contaminated waste. The project involves a milk-run pickup from the Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center in Fargo, North Dakota, and requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, transportation, packaging, labeling, and waste treatment services. The scope includes handling various isotopes, such as C-14 and Cl-36, contained in glass vials, bottles, and drums, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including EPA, NRC, and DOT standards. Performance is expected to commence within five days of award, with all deliverables completed by September 30, 2026. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside and is evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Award decisions are based on fair and reasonable pricing, technical acceptability regarding the execution plan and schedule, and a past performance rating of acceptable or neutral. The contract incorporates strict regulatory requirements, including Service Contract Labor Standards for Cass County, North Dakota, and various FAR and AGAR clauses concerning security, anti-discrimination, and diversity, equity, and inclusion compliance. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination in Fargo, North Dakota, under F.O.B. Destination terms.