Potable water testing for the chhequamegon nicolet NF

The Forest Service is soliciting proposals to provide potable water testing services for the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest. The contractor will be responsible for collecting and analyzing water samples from approximately 100 drinking water wells across public and private systems to test for nitrates, coliform bacteria, and E. coli. The contractor must analyze all viable samples within required timeframes, notify samplers of any unsafe results, and report all results to the Forest Service within five business days. Proposals are due by February 12, 2024 and will be evaluated based on experience, capabilities, and approach as outlined in the submission package.

This requirement has been set aside for total small business participation. Key NAICS codes include 541380 and 562910. Services include analyzing 476 coliform samples and 95 nitrate samples annually from March 2024 through February 2030 at locations within Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The total contract value is estimated at $12,000 for the base year with option years extending the period of performance through February 2028.