Specialty Laboratory Analysis Services

The contract involves providing specialized laboratory analysis services for the Montana Department of Environmental Quality's Water Quality Division, focusing on testing environmental samples using EPA methods 533 and/or 537.1 V2. The solicitation, numbered DEQ-IFB2026-0202, was posted on August 14, 2025, with responses due by August 28, 2025. Only laboratories certified by Montana’s Department of Public Health and Human Services prior to the closing date are eligible to bid, and subcontracting is strictly prohibited. The contract value ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, with payment terms set at Net 30. The procurement emphasizes strict compliance with all solicitation documents, including the Scope of Work and Q&A Board, with all questions to be submitted electronically within the designated timeframe. The contract does not specify federal FAR clauses or references but is governed by state certification requirements and EPA technical standards. There are no explicit provisions regarding packaging, labeling, or shipping requirements, nor are there detailed evaluation criteria, line-item pricing, or specific delivery schedules included in the available documentation. The primary administrative contact is Rebecca Gregg, who can be reached via email or phone. Overall, the contract emphasizes high-quality, certified laboratory services performed in accordance with EPA methods, with clear restrictions on subcontracting and detailed procedural compliance, but lacks detailed technical, pricing, or logistical specifics beyond the certification and method requirements.