Certified Laboratory for PFAS Testing

Valley Sanitary District (VSD) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage qualified contractors for a PFAS testing project in non-potable water samples. The primary goal of this project is to analyze the presence and concentration of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) within VSD’s sanitary sewer system and wastewater treatment plant, as well as in samples collected from Industrial Users and Commercial facilities. The contractor will be responsible for conducting laboratory analyses to evaluate the occurrence and fate of PFAS compounds during wastewater treatment processes. The contract size is estimated to range between $50,000 and $200,000, with a response deadline of September 30, 2025. The project is located in California, and interested parties can contact Holly Gould via email for further information. The procurement process emphasizes the need for professional laboratory services, with the selected contractor expected to perform sample collection and analysis in accordance with industry standards. The accompanying sample professional services agreement outlines the contractual relationship, establishing the contractor as an independent entity required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, with provisions for subcontractor compliance and additional insured endorsements. The contract aims to ensure that the selected laboratory provides reliable, certified testing services to support VSD’s environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance efforts related to PFAS contamination.