NHSP Marine Patrol - Well & Water Treatment Operations & Management Services

The New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of State Police has issued a Request for Bids (RFB DOS 2026-02) for Well & Water Treatment Operations & Management Services for the NHSP Marine Patrol located in Gilford, Carroll County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive monthly services for a small community water system, with specific responsibilities including physical inspections, comprehensive filtration system testing, water treatment consumable installation, water sample collection facilitation, and management of required New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) applications and communications. Bidders must possess New Hampshire Contract Operator Services certification and provide comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and services to maintain the water system, including immediate reporting of any deficiencies or environmental concerns within 24 hours of inspection. Bids are due by 2:30 PM EST on July 18, 2025, with a potential site visit available upon request no later than 48 hours before the bid due date. The procurement requires monthly invoicing to accountspayable@dos.nh.gov, with payment processed within 30 days of invoice receipt and work acceptance.

The contract is structured for a three-year initial term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028, with an optional two-year renewal period potentially extending the total contract duration to 60 months. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The contract allows for flexible pricing across six-month and twelve-month segments, enabling vendors to propose monthly rates for services and maintenance. While no incumbent vendor was identified, the procurement suggests the state is seeking a comprehensive, long-term solution for marine patrol water treatment operations with the ability to adjust and renew services based on performance. The bid response form provides a template for vendors to calculate total contract costs, indicating the state's openness to competitive pricing strategies. The contract will become effective upon approval by the Governor and Executive Council of New Hampshire, with the successful vendor expected to seamlessly integrate with existing marine patrol infrastructure and operational requirements.