Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) Testing of Pump Station Roof Materials

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), through the Winnipesaukee River Basin Program (WRBP), is seeking qualified contractors to perform Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) testing on exterior ballasted roofing materials at five pump stations located in Franklin and Laconia, New Hampshire. The project requires comprehensive testing services, including on-site sampling, laboratory analysis using EPA Method 600/R-93/116 (Polarized Light Microscopy), and detailed reporting to determine the potential need for future asbestos abatement activities prior to roof replacement. Contractors must be certified asbestos inspectors with verifiable credentials and must submit a minimum of three references from similar projects completed within the past three years. The RFP mandates site visits prior to proposal submission, with work to be coordinated with WRBP personnel and conducted during normal working hours (8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday). Proposals must be received by December 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., either via email to nicholas.d.fontaine@des.nh.gov or through physical delivery to the Franklin Wastewater Treatment Plant. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest total cost submitted by a qualified firm, with an estimated processing time of six to eight weeks following contract execution.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must be registered and in good standing with the New Hampshire Secretary of State's Office and maintain an approved vendor status with the State. Contractors are required to provide commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, along with workers' compensation coverage. The selected firm must supply all necessary equipment, including tools, ladders, and safety devices, and will be solely responsible for worker safety and proper sample and debris disposal. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract includes provisions for payment within thirty days of invoice submission following satisfactory work completion. The project covers approximately 886 to 1,989 square feet of roofing across five pump stations, with the scope limited to exterior ballasted roofing materials. The contract will be governed by the standard P-37 State Service Agreement, requiring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.