26PSX0023 Addendum 1.pdf

This addendum modifies the original solicitation for Environmental Analytical Services issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) on behalf of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and other state agencies and political subdivisions. Addendum 1 adjusts critical deadlines for the procurement: the questions due date has been extended from July 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM to July 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM, and the solicitation end date (bid submission deadline) has been extended from August 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM to August 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM. All respondents must read and formally accept this addendum through CTSource with their submitted response to comply with the modified solicitation requirements. The underlying contract runs from November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2029, with provisions for one mutual three-year extension.

The original solicitation seeks laboratory analytical services across five categories: Drinking Water Methods, SW-846 Hazardous Waste Test Methods, Clean Water Act Methods, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Methods, and Tissue Analysis. Bidders may submit for one, multiple, or all categories and must provide unit pricing by analysis method, sample matrix type, and turnaround time options (standard 10-20 days with expedited options available). DAS intends to make multiple awards to ensure adequate capacity and statewide coverage with no guaranteed minimum or maximum volume for any contractor. All quoted methods must reflect the latest EPA promulgated methods with Connecticut Department of Public Health Environmental Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP) certification where applicable. Payment terms are Net 45 days for standard contractors or Net 25 days for certified small contractors and Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), via ACH or Connecticut Purchasing Card, with Free On Board Destination delivery terms. Award criteria include price, quality, conformance with specifications, delivery terms, administrative costs, past performance (three non-state references required), and financial responsibility.