Anne Arundel County Environmental Laboratory Services IFB26000090 - Regulatory and Routine
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Nov 4, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Stacey Sells
- (410) 222-7646
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000090 for environmental laboratory services to support the Department of Public Works. The scope includes obtaining and analyzing samples of industrial wastewater, wastewater treatment plant effluent, sludge (biosolids), and drinking water at various county locations. Specific analytes include TTO, metals, cyanide, BOD, COD, TSS, pH, TOC, oil & grease, ammonia, TKN, nitrates, and PFAS. The contract term is for five years starting approximately December 1, 2025, with one five-year renewal option. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PORT system by November 4, 2025. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 13, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom.
Analytical results, Quality Assurance Manual, Chain of Custody sheets, Field testing reports
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all items inclusive
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000090 for environmental laboratory services to support the Department of Public Works.
The scope includes obtaining and analyzing samples of industrial wastewater, wastewater treatment plant effluent, sludge (biosolids), and drinking water at various county locations. Specific analytes include TTO, metals, cyanide, BOD, COD, TSS, pH, TOC, oil & grease, ammonia, TKN, nitrates, and PFAS. The contract term is for five years starting approximately December 1, 2025, with one five-year renewal option. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PORT system by November 4, 2025. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 13, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all items inclusive
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Analytical results
- Quality Assurance Manual
- Chain of Custody sheets
- Field testing reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Affidavit
- Vendor Information Form
- Bid Bond (if required)
- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9
- Submit to
- Electronic via PORT System
- Scope location
- Annapolis, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Electronic via PORT System. For questions, contact Stacey Sells.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Stacey Sells at (410) 222-7646. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Analytical results, Quality Assurance Manual, Chain of Custody sheets, Field testing reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all items inclusive" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Affidavit, Vendor Information Form, Bid Bond (if required), Certificate of Insurance, W-9. Review the full document from Anne Arundel County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Annapolis, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.