Laboratory Water Quality Sampling

The City of Galveston is soliciting sealed bids for Laboratory Water Quality Sampling services under solicitation number 25-05. The contract involves comprehensive water quality analysis, including laboratory testing and biomonitoring for wastewater samples collected daily from the Main and Airport Wastewater Treatment Plants. The scope includes a wide array of parameters such as CBOD5, Total Suspended Solids, E. coli, and various metals and nutrients, with annual volumes ranging from 850 to 1,150 samples per parameter. All testing must adhere to strict regulatory standards, including TCEQ-approved protocols, EPA methods, and 40 CFR Part 261. The agreement is structured for a three-year base term with two optional one-year renewals, subject to funding and performance, with a maximum annual price escalation of 4 percent during option periods. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's online portal by 10:00 A.M. CST on January 13, 2025. The award will be based on a best value determination, evaluating purchase price, bidder reputation, quality of services, and the extent to which the bid meets the municipality's needs. Required submission documents include a bid document, conflict of interest questionnaire, non-collusion statement, and four non-affiliated client references. Bidders must maintain active SAM.gov registration and provide necessary performance and payment bonds for contracts exceeding specific monetary thresholds. The City of Galveston retains final authority for inspection and acceptance of deliverables at the project sites.