Invitation For Bid P2675010, Analytical Testing Services

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Office of Spill Prevention Response Laboratory Program is requesting bids for analytical testing services as contingency capacity under IFB P2675010, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PT and questions due September 18, 2026.

Bidders claiming California Small Business preference must hold DGS-OSDS certification or commit to subcontracting at least 25 percent of net bid price to certified small businesses. A minimum 3 percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal applies, with incentive adjustments available for qualifying DVBE participation.

The scope covers analytical testing of aqueous and solid samples across metals (aluminum, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, and others), nutrients (ammonia, phosphorus, nitrogen), organics (VOCs, SVOCs, PAHs, pesticides, PCBs), and other specialized analyses. Services support water quality testing, research studies with partner State agencies, and enforcement actions protecting State waters and wildlife. Contractors performing hazardous waste or wastewater analyses must obtain and maintain California Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) certification. Reports must be delivered in electronic format at Level II within 21 business days of sample receipt or Level IV within 42 business days. The contractor bears all costs including labor, shipping, transportation, and sample disposal.

The maximum contract value is $31,000 over a three-year term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. Bidders must provide fixed unit rates for each analytical method and parameter, with rates remaining constant throughout the contract period. Line item budget flexibility of up to $25,000 or 10 percent of the annual agreement total, whichever is less, applies. Contractors must maintain Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Workers Compensation ($1,000,000) coverage. Award is scheduled for October 9, 2026. Only the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all requirements will be selected for award.