1301-25-R-IFBD-00009

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), Bureau of Public Water Supply, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for laboratory analysis and reporting services under the Modified Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) program. The procurement seeks an EPA-approved laboratory to conduct comprehensive drinking water sample analysis for approximately 728 small groundwater systems serving less than 3,300 persons, with an estimated 1,291 sampling points. Specifically, the contractor must use EPA Methods 533 and 537.1 for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) analysis, excluding Lithium. Key deliverables include providing sample collection kits with prepaid shipping labels, analyzing samples within 90 business days of receipt, and generating detailed chain of custody documentation and result reporting in database or spreadsheet format. The bid is due February 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with bid opening at 10:30 AM CST, and the initial contract term spans from May 2025 through June 2026, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements and technical specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract requires an all-inclusive pricing model that covers sample analysis, reporting, equipment, materials, insurance, overhead, labor, shipping costs, and all associated expenses without additional fees. Contractors must maintain current EPA certifications and demonstrate capability to coordinate with MSDH representatives throughout the monitoring process. Small groundwater systems will be monitored twice during a consecutive 12-month period, with sample events occurring 5-7 months apart. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive scope suggests a potentially significant contract value given the extensive sampling requirements across 728 water systems and 1,291 sampling points. The successful bidder will be responsible for managing the entire analytical process, from sample kit distribution to final result reporting, with strict adherence to EPA methodological standards.