PFAS and PFOS Analytical Testing Results

Broward County Water and Wastewater Services is soliciting quotes for PFAS and PFOS analytical testing services — furnishing test bottles and delivering testing results for effluent, District 1A and District 2A Points of Entry, and biosolids samples — with quotes due October 15, 2026.

The scope comprises six analyses of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (40-item list) in non-potable water using EPA Method 1633A with preparation fees; six analyses in biosolids using EPA Method 1633A with preparation fees; ten analyses of PFAS (18-item list) in drinking water using EPA Method 537.1; ten analyses of PFAS (25-item list) in drinking water using EPA Method 533; and 22 disposal fees. Test bottles must be certified clean containers with appropriate chemical preservatives. Final reports shall be delivered via email in PDF format, with test bottles delivered to the WWS Laboratory at 2401 North Powerline Road, Pompano Beach, Florida 33069 within fourteen days after receipt of samples, FOB Destination, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding County holidays. All delivery charges, rebates, and associated costs are inclusive of the quoted price with no additional charges permitted. Equipment and services are guaranteed free from defects for twelve months from the date of shipment.

Vendors must hold a sales tax exemption certificate for materials and supplies. General Liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) of $1 million per claim and $2 million aggregate with a maximum deductible of $100,000, Workers' Compensation at statutory limits, and Employers Liability of $100,000 per accident are required, with Broward County named as an additional insured. Water and Wastewater Services facilities require contractor completion of a WWS Contractor/Consultant Security Memorandum and provision of driver's license information.

Responses must be submitted electronically. Prices must be firm and include all handling and delivery charges. Awards are made to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor. The contract term typically extends three years with options for up to two additional one-year renewal terms, not to exceed five years total unless extended by Board action. Invoices shall include the Broward County Purchase Order number and be submitted to AccountsPayable@broward.org with a copy to Tom Helton (954-831-3061).