Phytoplankton Analysis - IFB 10203755

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for phytoplankton analysis services. DWR is seeking a contractor to provide identification, enumeration, and measurement of phytoplankton organisms in samples collected from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The anticipated contract term is 3 years, with an estimated 80 samples per year. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications including a Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences and at least 5 years of experience analyzing phytoplankton samples. DWR will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Bids are due by October 23, 2024, and the anticipated start date is January 1, 2025. The IFB provides details on the scope of work, contractor deliverables, and DWR's responsibilities.

The Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program requirements have been waived for this solicitation, but a DVBE incentive may be applied. Small businesses are eligible for a 5% calculation preference. Bidders must disclose any use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology. No incumbent vendors or current contractors were identified, and no specific budget range was provided in the IFB documents.