LBJ Work Center Water System Monitoring for Caddo-LBJ National Grasslands of Texas

The USDA Forest Service is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive water‑system monitoring services for the LBJ Work Center located on the Caddo‑LBJ National Grasslands in Texas. The scope includes labor, incidental materials, chemicals, and transportation for sampling, testing, operation, and maintenance of the potable water supply, performed in compliance with EPA drinking‑water regulations and TCEQ certification requirements. The contract is a one‑year base period (10/01/2026‑09/30/2027) with four optional one‑year extensions, allowing a maximum performance horizon of five years. Contractors must be a Class D or higher TCEQ‑certified water‑system operator and must submit a detailed technical approach, equipment list, and past‑performance evidence. The award will be based on best value, considering technical acceptability and fair‑and‑reasonable pricing. • Location: LBJ Work Center, 1400 US Hwy 81/2872, Decatur, TX 76234 • Period of performance: 10/01/2026 – 09/30/2027 (base) with up to four 1‑year options • Required certifications: EPA National Primary Drinking Water Regulations compliance; TCEQ Class D+ water‑system operator • Deliverables: regular water sampling, laboratory testing, system operation & maintenance, reporting • Contract type: RFQ, small‑business set‑aside (EDWOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB) • Submission deadline: 09/15/2026 (local time) • Questions due: 09/18/2026 17:00 EST