Description
The State of Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has awarded a $16,000,000 contract to Great Lakes Environmental Center, Inc. for comprehensive Water Quality Monitoring Services. The five‑year contract (with two optional one‑year renewals) requires the contractor to conduct field sampling, laboratory analysis, data management, and reporting across designated water bodies within the Great Lakes basin. Technical evaluation emphasized staffing qualifications, compliance with the Statement of Work, and responsiveness to vendor questions. The award follows a competitive RFP process that attracted multiple bidders, with the winning proposal scoring 98/100 on technical criteria.
• Scope: Routine and event‑driven water quality sampling, laboratory testing, data analysis, and regulatory reporting.
• Duration: 5‑year base term, plus up to two 1‑year extensions.
• Value: $16 million total contract value.
• Location: Statewide Michigan water resources, primarily Great Lakes tributaries.
• Requirements: Qualified scientific staff, accredited laboratories, robust data management systems, and compliance with EGLE standards.
• Evaluation: Technical score ≥80 required for price consideration; winning bidder achieved 98.