Environmental Consultant Services

The Virginia Department of Energy is seeking proposals from qualified environmental consulting firms to establish a contract for water sample collection and testing services. The selected contractor(s) will be required to analyze water samples, conduct benthic macroinvertebrate surveys, and provide whole effluent toxicity testing. The initial contract period is from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025, with four optional one-year renewals. Proposals are due by 2PM on June 28, 2024 and will be evaluated by July 9, 2024. The RFP outlines specific requirements for the contractor's analytical capabilities, quality control and assurance, and VELAP certification. Pricing proposals are required for each analytical parameter, as well as for sample collection, pickup, and legal testimony services. The contract will be awarded to two or more offerors based on criteria such as proposed services, experience, small business utilization, and pricing.

This solicitation is open to all qualified environmental consulting firms, including small and disadvantaged businesses. The Commonwealth reserves the right to make multiple awards as a result of this solicitation, but no incumbent vendors or estimated award values are provided. The contract opportunity is focused on Washington County within the state of Virginia.