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Class B Water Testing Solicitation

Solicitation: 15B41126Q00000003
Notice ID: e3a2a90b1d7d44899d2042f857d53434

Solicitation from FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS • JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: IL. Response deadline: Dec 19, 2025. Industry: NAICS 221310 • PSC B533.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 221310 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 22.

12-month awarded value
$115,006
Sector total $2,068,356 • Share 5.6%
Live
Median
$10,605
P10–P90
$2,121$29,082
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
5.6%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($115,006)
Deal sizing
$10,605 median
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Place of performance
Illinois • 61554 United States
State: IL
Contracting office
Pekin, IL • 61554 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Hans Frei
Email
hfrei@bop.gov
Phone
3093468588x1055
Name
Gary Kurtz
Email
gkurtz@bop.gov
Phone
3093468588x1059

Agency & Office

Department
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS
Subagency
FCI PEKIN
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Pekin, IL
61554 USA

More in NAICS 221310

Description

https://api.sam.gov/prod/opportunities/v1/noticedesc?noticeid=e3a2a90b1d7d44899d2042f857d53434

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026
Executive summary

The Bureau of Prisons is soliciting bids for Class B Water Testing services as part of their procurement activities. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and requires specialized expertise in water testing, particularly under the guidelines outlined for federal contracts.

What the buyer is trying to do

The Bureau of Prisons aims to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding water safety and quality, by conducting mandatory water testing at identified facilities.

Work breakdown
  • Review solicitation documents and requirements
  • Develop a technical proposal outlining testing methods
  • Prepare a compliance strategy
  • Outline pricing and cost structure
  • Finalize the proposal for submission before the deadline
Response package checklist
  • Completed solicitation form as per requirements
  • Technical proposal addressing all aspects
  • Cost proposal with detailed pricing
  • Evidence of relevant certifications and qualifications
  • Past performance information on similar contracts
Suggested keywords
water testingBureau of Prisonsenvironmental compliancefederal contractssmall business opportunity
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Detailed technical requirements for testing
  • Exact locations for water testing and facility access arrangements
  • Clarification on evaluation criteria for submissions
  • Projected budget or funding limit for the project
  • Past performance metrics desired by the agency

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How do I use the Market Snapshot?

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Is the data live?

The signal updates as new awarded notices enter the system. Always validate the official award and solicitation details on SAM.gov.

What do P10 and P90 mean?

P10 is the 10th percentile award size and P90 is the 90th percentile. Together they describe the typical spread of award values.