Annual Contract for Wastewater and Water Laboratory Services

The City of Beaumont, Texas is seeking a qualified commercial analytical laboratory to provide comprehensive wastewater, water, and drinking‑water testing services for its Water Utilities Department on an annual basis. The contract is for one year with the option to renew for two additional one‑year terms at the same price. The laboratory must hold Texas NELAP accreditation, maintain a QA/QC program, use a LIMS system with real‑time online access, and be able to handle sample collection, chain‑of‑custody, and reporting within 14 days of receipt. No subcontracting is allowed without written approval. The bid must be submitted electronically via the City’s e‑bids platform by September 17, 2026. • Scope includes analysis of conventional, survey, specific, and toxic pollutant parameters for industrial, commercial, raw influent, constructed‑wetland, biosolids, and drinking‑water samples (hundreds of individual tests). • Minimum qualifications: ≥5 years experience, NELAP accreditation, LIMS capability, ability to provide on‑demand calibration records and Level 4 reporting. • Required deliverables: analytical reports, QA/QC documentation, chain‑of‑custody forms, and retention of samples for 60 days. • Pricing must be firm for the contract term; invoices submitted monthly or with each report. • Local vendor preference may be considered; the contract may be cancelled with 30 days notice by either party.