1301-26-R-IFBD-00066-V02

The Mississippi State Department of Health is requesting bids on water testing laboratory services for community public water systems statewide under IFB RFx 3160008076, with bids due June 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CST and opening June 30, 2026.

The contractor will provide analytical services for microorganisms (total coliforms and E. coli), disinfection byproducts (bromate and chlorite), inorganic chemicals including heavy metals, sodium, cyanide, nitrate/nitrite, and lead/copper, volatile organic chemicals, and physical/chemical analysis using EPA-approved drinking water methods. Over the five-year contract period, estimated sample volumes are approximately 80 disinfection byproduct samples, 14,400 inorganic chemical samples, 1,070 volatile organic chemical samples, 700 physical/chemical samples, and 100 microbiological samples. Results must be provided within 45 days of sample receipt in formats compatible with SDWIS/STATE database systems. The contractor must include costs for shipping collection materials to and from public water systems.

The contract period runs from August 6, 2026 through June 30, 2031, with a potential renewal option for one-year periods at the same terms and conditions, not to exceed a cumulative five-year term. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Minimum qualifications include five years of prior business experience providing similar services, current professional licenses or certificates, financial stability, and demonstrated ability to perform work promptly. The contractor must provide proficiency test passes, capability documentation for each method, current NELAC or EPA-recognized audit reports, and maintain professional liability and general liability insurance commensurate with contract responsibilities. MSDH reserves the right to inspect contractor facilities and personnel at any time.

Questions are due June 4, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., with written answers anticipated by June 9, 2026. Contract execution is contingent upon appropriation of funds by the Mississippi State Legislature and approval by the Public Procurement Review Board and/or the Office of Personal Service Contract Review.