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Safety Plan Development and Site Safety Monitoring

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Response Deadline08/13/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract titled Safety Plan Development and Site Safety Monitoring requires the development and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive safety plan that addresses confined space entry, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazardous materials handling. The contractor is responsible for conducting daily site inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols and for promptly reporting all findings, observations, and potential hazards to the appropriate stakeholders. This work is essential for maintaining a safe operational environment and ensuring adherence to federal safety standards in a high-risk setting. The contract is a subcontract set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program, reflecting a commitment to supporting small business participation in federal contracting. It is classified under NAICS code 541690 for other scientific and technical consulting services and will be performed at a location in Las Cruces, New Mexico, with the zip code 88012. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses are due by August 13, 2026. The awarding agency is the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, Agricultural Facility Management and Planning Division.

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Small business subcontract for safety plan development and site monitoring in Las Cruces, NM, for USDA ARS.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Las Cruces, NM, 88012, USA

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SBA

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PostedJul 22

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Response DeadlineAug 13

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08/13/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 20 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Develop and maintain a safety plan covering confined space, lockout/tagout, and hazardous materials; conduct daily site inspections and report findings.

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