PCB-Free Compliance Testing & Certification Services

The contract requires third-party laboratory services to conduct testing and certification of hydrant locks, wrenches, and their packaging to verify the absence of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in accordance with EPA Method 1668c. This compliance work is essential to ensure all items meet environmental and regulatory standards for PCB-free status, which is critical for public safety and regulatory adherence. The testing must be performed by an accredited facility capable of meeting the precision and detection thresholds specified by the EPA methodology, and results must be formally certified to demonstrate conformity. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541620, indicating it falls within analytical laboratory services. It is issued by the City of Spokane with a posted date of July 27, 2026, and a firm response deadline of August 18, 2026. While specific performance location details are not provided, the work is expected to support the city’s infrastructure and procurement requirements. Bidders must be prepared to deliver accurate, defensible laboratory data and certification documentation that can be verified by regulatory or auditing entities. No set-aside provisions or agency-specific eligibility criteria are outlined, allowing eligible third-party labs to compete without restriction.