Award of Water Sampling and Analysis Services

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued Request for Proposal 250000002533 for Water Sampling and Analysis Services to support the Water Chemistry Monitoring Program (WCMP). The procurement aims to measure temporal trends in Michigan's surface water quality through laboratory analysis services. The solicitation was posted on SIGMA VSS on June 3, 2025, with proposals due by July 16, 2025, and a contract term of three years with potential for up to two one-year renewal options. A Joint Evaluation Committee conducted the proposal review, implementing a scoring methodology with a minimum technical threshold of 80 points out of 100. Key evaluation criteria included historical consistency in laboratory analysis, capability to process all samples at a single location, and minimal inter-laboratory variability. The RFP specifically sought a contractor capable of maintaining the integrity of long-term water quality trend measurements that have been ongoing since 1998.

The solicitation did not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Two bidders submitted proposals: Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest, LLC and University of Wisconsin System. The evaluation process resulted in the University of Wisconsin System being recommended for award at $271,320.00, having scored 95/100 points. The recommended vendor demonstrated superior technical capabilities that aligned with the program's specific requirements for comprehensive water chemistry monitoring. The contract value represents a significant investment in maintaining Michigan's surface water quality assessment infrastructure, with the selected contractor expected to provide comprehensive laboratory analysis services that support ongoing environmental monitoring efforts.