Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an ISO/IEC 17025‑accredited laboratory (or a qualified subcontractor) to perform routine and surge heterotrophic plate count (HPC) testing for potable‑water systems at three Gulf‑Coast VA facilities. The contractor must manage sample collection logistics, meet strict hold‑time requirements, provide electronic reporting, and maintain a 24/7 response capability for urgent surge events. This firm‑fixed‑price contract includes a base year (Nov 2026 – Oct 2027) with up to four one‑year options, totaling a potential five‑year award.
• Annual sample volumes: 35 (Biloxi, MS), 46 (Pensacola, FL), 20 (Panama City Beach, FL) – approx. 101 samples per year.
• Required accreditations: ISO/IEC 17025 (ILAC‑MRA signatory) and NELAP (Florida DOH); MSDH certification for Biloxi or equivalent reciprocity.
• Hold‑time limits: routine samples ≤ 24 h; SWTR samples ≤ 8 h (requires same‑day courier).
• Surge/expedited service capped at $500 per event (NTE) and per‑sample pricing required; discounts evaluated against estimated quantities.
• Key personnel: Program Manager, QA Manager, Laboratory Technical Director, Senior Microbiologist, Logistics Lead (max three past‑performance references).