Addendum to RFQ 88315.pdf

This is an Addendum to a Request for Quotation issued by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for water testing services at Pokagon State Park under RFQ #0030088315. The addendum, dated September 22, 2026, notifies bidders that the amount of tests required has been changed from the original solicitation. Responses are due by September 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. The contract encompasses comprehensive water quality testing at multiple locations including Spring Shelter, Trine State Recreation Area, and the wastewater treatment facility at 450 Lane 100, Lake James, Angola, Indiana. Testing requirements include 2 PFAS tests annually, 16 total coliform and E. coli presence/absence tests quarterly, 2 nitrate tests annually, 17 beach E. coli tests seasonally (May through September), and 208 TSS tests weekly, along with weekly CBOD, E. coli, ammonia, and total phosphorus testing. The contractor is responsible for sample collection, supply of all sample bottles, and twice-weekly pickup from April 1 through October 31 and once-weekly pickup from November 1 through March 31. The contract term is October 15, 2026 through October 14, 2027, with an option to renew by mutual consent not to exceed four years total.

Pricing must be quoted on a per-test and per-pickup basis with all costs inclusive of labor, materials, and transportation; unit prices prevail if discrepancies exist between unit and extended pricing. Quoted prices are firm for thirty days following the response deadline and must be valid for the initial contract term. Monthly billing occurs in arrears, and all payments will be made by electronic funds transfer. Respondents must certify compliance with drug-free workplace requirements, employment eligibility verification through E-Verify, and non-collusion certifications. Bidders must register with the State Procurement Division within five days of award notification. Completed bid packages must be emailed to Jen Reeves at JReeves@dnr.in.gov or faxed to 317-972-3275; electronic bid submission through the Supplier Portal is not permitted. All questions must be submitted to Jen Reeves at least seven days before the response deadline.