Analytical Laboratory Services

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide analytical laboratory services on an as-needed basis for sample analysis at its Grace F. Napolitano Pure Water Southern California Innovation Center. The contract, titled "Analytical Laboratory Services," has a solicitation number of RFB-RB-458874 and was posted on July 7, 2025, with a response deadline of July 31, 2025. The project is categorized under NAICS code 541380 and is intended for a service provider capable of supporting the district’s water quality testing and analysis needs within California. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and the primary point of contact for inquiries is Regina Benavides, reachable via email or phone. In addition to the technical scope, the solicitation emphasizes the district’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion through its Business Outreach Program. This program incentivizes participation from small, woman-owned, minority-owned, disabled veteran, and economically disadvantaged businesses by offering bid price reduction credits—up to 10 percent or a maximum of $25,000—applied during bid evaluation. Bidders must meet specific certification criteria to qualify for these incentives, which are designed to encourage broader participation without altering the actual bid prices. The solicitation also requires vendors to complete conflict of interest disclosures to ensure transparency and compliance with the district’s policies and California law. Overall, the contract aims to secure high-quality laboratory services while fostering equitable business opportunities within the district’s procurement processes.