Environmental Analytical Laboratory Services for the TxDOT Lubbock District

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Lubbock District is soliciting environmental analytical laboratory services through an emergency procurement under Texas Government Code 2155.137, specifically for investigation and delineation of surface soil at the intersection of Slide Rd and FM 1585 in Lubbock, Texas. The solicitation (#601340000061044) requires a comprehensive environmental sampling and analysis project involving collecting soil samples using a rubber tire backhoe to a maximum depth of 5 feet below grade surface, with an estimated excavation of 1,575 cubic yards in place and 2,050 cubic yards loose. Vendors must be NELAC accredited under the Texas Laboratory Accreditation Program, maintain a working laboratory located in Texas, and possess LIMS software for managing laboratory data. Key personnel requirements include a Project Manager, a Laboratory Manager with a bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field, and a Laboratory Quality Assurance Officer with at least 5 years of experience in analytical laboratory services within the past 7 years. The proposal is due by March 11, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, and must be submitted through the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) platform. The final deliverables will include a comprehensive Field Activity Report and Remediation Action Plan.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, it does include specific insurance requirements for potential vendors, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile insurance. The procurement allows for an early payment program for vendors offering cash discounts, which may provide additional financial incentives. Price quotes must be submitted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed. Although the specific budget range is not detailed in the documentation, the scope of work involving extensive soil excavation and laboratory analysis suggests a significant project investment. The contract is specific to Henderson County, Texas, and is focused on environmental remediation services for the TxDOT Lubbock District. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements were explicitly mentioned in the solicitation package.