B026-58 Water Lab Testing

The City of Meriden Water Department is requesting bids on laboratory testing services under ITB B026-58, with bids due June 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and questions due June 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The contract runs two years beginning July 1, 2026, with an option to extend for up to two additional two-year terms by mutual written agreement.

The scope encompasses frequent testing of 56 parameters (alkalinity, copper, lead, coliform, trihalomethanes, volatile organic compounds, and others), infrequent testing of 11 parameters performed approximately every three years (asbestos, radium, PFAS), waste disposal fees, technical assistance, data evaluation, and related services as required. The awardee must maintain Connecticut Department of Public Health certifications and comply with state and federal testing requirements, provide all sampling materials, pick up samples at designated locations, and deliver test results within ten working days (most within seven days). Monthly invoices and year-end testing summaries are required. The City reserves the right to award to multiple laboratories.

Bidders must submit per-test pricing for each laboratory test and annual cost projections based on specified annual test volumes; all pricing must be inclusive of transportation with no fuel surcharges permitted. A bid bond equal to ten percent of the total bid amount is required. General Liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate, Auto Liability of $1,000,000, Umbrella/Excess Liability, Workers' Compensation at statutory limits, and Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions coverage of $2,000,000 per claim / $2,000,000 aggregate are mandatory, with the City named as Additional Insured on a primary and non-contributory basis (except Workers' Compensation). All insurance carriers must carry a minimum AM Best's rating of "A-"VIII and be approved in Connecticut. Prevailing wage and Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities contract compliance requirements apply. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Connecticut sales and use taxes, which should not be included in bid pricing. Payment will be made not less than thirty days following completion of services.