300 Pokagon State Park Water TestingBid Documents

The State of Indiana's Department of Natural Resources is seeking water testing services for Pokagon State Park through Request for Quotation (RFQ) #84932, with responses due on Tuesday, September 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDST. The comprehensive water testing contract covers multiple locations including the Inn, Office, Beach, and Wastewater Treatment areas, with testing requirements spanning a 52-week period. Specific testing parameters include PFAs, Total Coliform, Nitrate, VOC, IOC, SOC, TTHM, HAA5, Lead and Copper, and Ecoli, with testing frequencies ranging from weekly to every three years. The selected contractor will be responsible for sample collection, testing, and reporting at 450 Lane 100 Lake James in Angola, Indiana. Bidders must provide unit prices for each type of test across different locations, with the contract to be billed monthly and paid in arrears, and the contractor supplying all necessary sample bottles.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside designations for Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (MWBE), with contract goals of 8% Minority and 11% Women participation, as well as a 3% goal for Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprises. The RFQ emphasizes open competition and allows for alternate bids that meet or exceed the specified requirements. Contractors must comply with various state regulations, including drug-free workplace certification and employment eligibility verification. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive testing requirements suggest a substantial contract value. The procurement process allows for competitive bidding, with the state reserving the right to evaluate proposals based on compliance, pricing, and ability to meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the solicitation document.