Soil Sample Laboratory Analysis – pH and Electrical Conductivity Testing

This contract involves performing standardized laboratory analyses on 933 air-dried soil samples to measure pH and electrical conductivity using the Burt (2004) methodology. The work is to be conducted as a subcontract under a total small business set-aside in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 19.5). The contract is issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service and applies to NAICS Code 541380, which covers laboratory testing services. The place of performance is in Pullman, with a postal code of 99163. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, and responses must be submitted by May 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM. While specific details related to the organization type or point of contact are not provided, the contract focuses on ensuring accurate and reliable laboratory analysis to support agricultural research initiatives. The contract's terms emphasize adherence to the established Burt methodology for consistency and scientific rigor in assessing soil chemical properties critical to soil and crop management.