Request for Qualifications: Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) Grant Program – Water Quality Monitoring Services

Upstate Forever is seeking an experienced consultant to carry out the investigative water‑sampling portion of its Emerging Contaminants grant. The consultant will design and implement a water‑quality monitoring plan around Lake Hartwell, assess current conditions, identify sources of E. coli and cyanotoxins, and provide data to support two local drinking‑water utilities in protecting their water supplies. The work will involve field sampling, laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and reporting of findings and recommendations. • Develop and execute a comprehensive water‑sampling strategy for Lake Hartwell and surrounding tributaries. • Analyze samples for microbial (E. coli) and cyanotoxin contamination, identifying potential pollutant sources. • Produce technical reports and actionable recommendations for the partnering drinking‑water utilities.