WQAL - PFAS Testing Lab Services

The City of Columbus, Division of Water, is soliciting bids for professional laboratory services to analyze water samples for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) using EPA methods 533, 537.1 rev. 2, and 1633, with bids due August 13, 2026. Vendors must be Ohio EPA Certified/Accepted and listed on the Ohio EPA's Combined Lab List as of August 9, 2026 — a mandatory eligibility gate. Subcontracting is prohibited; all samples must be analyzed at the vendor's own laboratories.

The scope covers analysis of 80 to 100 samples distributed throughout the 2026–27 fiscal year, with potential for an indefinite quantity of follow-up samples based on initial results. Sample matrices include surface water, groundwater, treated drinking water, wastewater, and biosolids. The City retains responsibility for sample collection and outbound freight costs. Results must be reported directly to the Ohio EPA via their electronic Drinking Water Reports (eDWR) portal.

The estimated total contract value is $50,000 across multiple purchase orders issued under an indefinite quantity blanket contract. The contract term extends through December 31, 2027. Bidders must submit cost-per-sample pricing for each of the three EPA methods. For bidding purposes, vendors should enter $1.00 for Line Items 1 and 2 to establish the indefinite quantity blanket, with pricing locked through December 31, 2027. Vendors must be registered with the Ohio Secretary of State prior to contract execution, though registration is not required before submitting a bid.