Description
The National Park Service is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive water‑quality testing and sample‑transport services for the drinking‑water systems at Gettysburg National Military Park. The effort includes monthly coliform/E. coli testing of raw and treated water, annual nitrate/nitrite analysis, sample collection supplies, chain‑of‑custody documentation, and prompt electronic reporting of results. The contract is a five‑year firm‑fixed‑price award with four one‑year optional extensions, and the contractor must be SAM‑registered, hold Pennsylvania DEP laboratory certification, and comply with extensive safety, security, and historic‑preservation requirements.
• Monthly collection of 8 raw and 9 treated water samples for total coliforms; 8 raw samples for E. coli
• Annual analysis of 8 nitrate and 8 nitrite samples
• Provide pre‑sanitized bottles, labels, and chain‑of‑custody paperwork
• Transport samples from the park’s maintenance facility to an approved laboratory
• Submit PDF test results within 7 calendar days; notify NPS of any positive coliform/E. coli within 24 hours
• Perform optional retesting if raw‑water coliforms are positive
• Contract period: 09/28/2026 – 09/27/2031 (five years) with four one‑year options
• Must maintain active SAM registration, PA DEP lab certification, and meet OSHA, NPS, and historic‑preservation safety standards