1301-26-R-IFBD-00031

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is seeking an EPA-approved laboratory to provide comprehensive water quality analysis services for the state's public water systems through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1301-26-R-IFBD-00031. The procurement aims to establish laboratory services for Safe Drinking Water Act compliance, specifically requiring analytical testing for Radiological, Synthetic Organic Contaminants (SOC), and Asbestos. The anticipated annual testing volume includes approximately 400 SOC analysis samples, 815 Radionuclide samples, and 40 Asbestos samples. Bidders must be EPA-approved laboratories certified in EPA-approved methods and capable of providing comprehensive reporting in both electronic .CSV and eDWR XML formats. The bid evaluation will be conducted on a pass/fail basis, with the lowest cost bid receiving the maximum 100 points for pricing. Key dates include a bid posting on October 27, 2025, with bids due by 4:00 pm CST on November 26, 2025, and an anticipated contract period from January 7, 2026, to November 30, 2030, with potential for a one-year renewal.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract is structured as a requirements contract, meaning MSDH has no obligation to utilize a specific service quantity, and actual volumes may vary significantly from initial estimates. The successful vendor will be required to maintain a 100% performance bond, workers' compensation and liability insurance, and provide all necessary professional certifications and licenses. Financial provisions indicate that the total contract compensation will be determined based on unit costs for various analysis types and shipping, with monthly invoicing for completed work. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract allows for potential total compensation based on actual services rendered. The vendor must operate as an independent contractor, understanding that their personnel are not MSDH employees and will not receive traditional employment benefits. The contract is subject to Mississippi law and requires approval from the Public Procurement Review Board and/or the Office of Personal Service Contract Review.