DNA Source Tracking Option Cited for E. Coli

Severn Sound Environmental Association’s technical letter notes that Edge-Water DNA Inc. recommends repeated microbial DNA marker sampling to distinguish human and non-human sources of E. coli, at an estimated $285 plus HST per sample. Township of Severn is asked to weigh the cost and usefulness of such contracted testing within a broader monitoring strategy.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Renewal

SSEA indicates multiple samples over time would likely be needed from Edge-Water DNA Inc. to yield meaningful results, implying a multi-sample engagement rather than a single test.

Document type

AgendaPacket

Source document

Township of Severn Council Meeting Agenda Packet 2026-09-02

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Who was awarded the professional services contract by Township of Severn?

Edge-water Dna Inc was awarded this professional services contract by Township of Severn, as recorded on August 29, 2026.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Professional Services contract, documented as a agendapacket record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in Township of Severn Council Meeting Agenda Packet 2026-09-02 (AgendaPacket), dated August 29, 2026 from Township of Severn. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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