Water Quality Government Bids & RFPs

Responses to this IFB must be received by 6/26/2026, 10:30 am.

Payment will be made in accordance with chapter **** of the Texas Government Code, the Texas Prompt Payment Act. Invoices must include the contract or purchase order number and describe the work completed.

Award will be made to the bidder who provides the best value to the state, considering bidder meeting or exceeding requirements, ability to meet performance delivery requirements, and price.

The bidder shall have relevant experience for at least three years. Personnel assigned must be fully trained with at least three years of relevant experience and be at least 18 years of age. A minimum of three verifiable references for similar services within the last three years is required.

Submitting exceptions to the IFB, including assumptions, could result in disqualification. Failure to comply with communication requirements or submission deadlines may also lead to disqualification.

The historical spend for the same or similar services was $66,**** for the period 11/10/2023 to 08/31/2026.

Reports must be provided to the WTP or WWTP supervisor and COR no later than 14 days after the sample is received. If certain analyses require additional time beyond this deadline, the contractor must promptly notify the COR and provide justification for the delay.

The contractor must obtain and maintain MDE and EPA laboratory certification. Laboratories performing radiological analysis must hold certification from the Laboratory Accreditation Bureau and NELAC. Proof of certification must be provided during the contract solicitation process and before the issuance of any optional periods.

The contractor shall provide all required sample containers, preservatives, transport coolers, and shipping materials necessary to meet MDE and EPA analytical requirements. The contractor must maintain sufficient inventory to support both scheduled and unscheduled sample analyses.

Quotes are due by 06/26/2026 @12:00 PM MST.

The government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose proposal is lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). Technical acceptability is more important than price. However, among technically acceptable offers, price will be the determining factor for award.

The offeror must demonstrate that the services offered complies with the mandatory technical requirements described in attachment A Statement of Work. The offeror must demonstrate that it has successfully performed at least three similar contracts within the past 3 years.

Failure to follow instructions and/or to provide required information may render your quote unacceptable.

The period of performance for the base contract is from July 15, 2026, to July 14, 2027. Option periods extend through July 14, 2031.

Payment will be made by the Department of Veterans Affairs Financial Services Center. Invoices are submitted monthly. The contract incorporates FAR ****, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer System for Award Management.

The contractor warrants that the items delivered under this contract are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

The vendor must be an analytical laboratory accredited by NELAP, A2LA, or EMLAP and demonstrate proficiency in the CDC Environmental Legionella Isolation Techniques Evaluation (ELITE) program. Personnel performing sampling must have appropriate training and experience.

Legionella samples must be cultured quantitatively; PCR testing is not permitted. Serotyping is required for positive legionella samples. Sample media and transport means for dental, critical, and emergency potable water analysis must be provided by the contractor.

Samples taken or analyzed without the knowledge or approval of the VA POC will not be paid for. Failure to meet regulatory and policy requirements may also pose a risk.