Analytical Testing of Water Samples

The City of Warwick is seeking bids for analytical testing of water samples. The successful bidder will be responsible for conducting tests on water samples collected from the City's water distribution system. The tests will include examination for the presence or absence of coliform organisms, heterotrophic plate count procedure, and other parameters as required by the U.S. EPA and the Rhode Island Department of Health. The contract will be for a period of two years, with the option to terminate with 60 days' notice. The bidder must be certified under the Safe Drinking Water Act and licensed by the State of Rhode Island Department of Health. • The bidder must provide properly prepared and sterilized bottles for sample collection. • The bidder must be available seven days a week, including after normal business hours, to respond to unforeseen occurrences in the distribution system. • The bidder must provide monthly bacteriological reports to the Water Division. • The bidder must comply with all City, State, and Federal laws and regulations. • The bidder must provide a separate written report with recommendations for corrective action for each customer complaint. • The bidder must be certified under the requirements of the Safe Drinking Water Act and licensed by the State of Rhode Island Department of Health.