C1562034 Water Testing and Analysis

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Central Valley District is seeking a water testing and laboratory analysis contractor for Turlock Lake State Recreation Area and Caswell Memorial State Park through Invitation for Bid (IFB) C1562034. The primary objective is to conduct comprehensive water and wastewater testing, including 84 annual Total Coliform Distribution samples, 10 TC/EC with enumeration samples, 4 annual Nitrate samples, 48 monthly Total Coliform Well samples, and 3 additional routine Total Coliform Distribution samples. The selected laboratory must be certified by the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) and provide results to the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water through the ELAP process. All testing must follow EPA, SWRCBDODW, and AWWA certified methods, with samples analyzed within 24 hours of collection and results electronically submitted by the second day of the following month. The bid was originally due on February 16, 2016, but was extended to February 22, 2016 at 4:00 p.m., with the contract performance period running through March 31, 2019. Bidders must demonstrate the capability to conduct drinking water presence/absence testing for total coliform and E. coli, with immediate notification required for any test failures.

The procurement includes provisions for small business participation, offering a 5% bid preference for certified small businesses or non-certified businesses that subcontract 25% to certified small/minority businesses, with the preference capped at $50,000 per bid. While the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived for this solicitation, DVBE incentives ranging from 1-5% based on participation levels remain available. Bidders must submit specific documentation, including DPR 486 and STD 843 declarations, and meet comprehensive insurance requirements covering general liability, motor vehicle liability, and worker's compensation. The contract requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, tools, and equipment for testing, with payment structured on a unit price basis and monthly invoicing. Sample drop-off locations must be pre-approved by the State's Representative, and testing will be conducted at multiple locations including campgrounds, day use areas, and restroom facilities. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed unit pricing structure and multi-year contract suggest a moderate-value procurement focused on consistent, high-quality water testing services.