Accredited Water Quality Laboratory Testing, Analysis, and Reporting Services - Professional Services Agreement

The City of Anaheim is seeking a contractor to provide accredited water quality laboratory testing, analysis, and reporting services to support its drinking water compliance monitoring program and ongoing regulatory reporting obligations. The selected contractor will be responsible for performing various analytical tests, including coliform testing, heterotrophic plate count bacteria analysis, and providing all required reporting. The contractor must be accredited by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the NELAC Institute (TNI) and have experience in providing similar services to public agencies or utilities. The contract will be for an initial term of 2 years, with the possibility of up to 4 additional 1-year renewals. • The contractor must have experience in providing water quality laboratory testing, analysis, and reporting services. • The contractor must be accredited by the SWRCB and TNI. • The contractor must have a dedicated project manager who will serve as the primary point of contact for the City. • The contractor must have a web-based client portal that provides real-time sample status tracking, historical data access, and electronic data delivery capabilities. • The contractor must have a quality assurance/quality control plan that includes method compliance, data validation procedures, and proficiency testing. • The contractor must be able to provide emergency response capability and 24-hour pickup availability.