Description
The U.S. Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking the services of an American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) certified and National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) accredited laboratory to analyze health enforcement samples for asbestos fibers. The selected Contractor will have the ability to quantitatively analyze a broad range of industrial hygiene and environmental samples, for mineral fibers, asbestos, and Erionite. The period of performance will be for a one (1) 12-month base period and three (3) 12-month option periods.
• The Contractor must demonstrate an understanding of the requirements as set forth in the Statement of Work.
• The Contractor must have the ability to quantitatively analyze a broad range of industrial hygiene and environmental samples originating from mining operations.
• The Contractor must maintain accreditation for the PCM, PLM, and TEM fields of testing and adhere to ISO/IEC/EN 17025 laboratory quality assurance requirements during the effective period of the contract.
• The Contractor may also be required to provide expert witness testimony and litigation support in the event MSHA-issued citations based on this work are challenged by operators.