Arkansas Department of Health IFB DH-26-0012 Drinking Water Analysis
- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Heather Bailey
- (501) 280-4630
The 30-second brief
The Arkansas Department of Health is seeking bids for a contract to provide alpha, beta, strontium 89, and strontium 90 drinking water analysis. The selected contractor will be responsible for the collection and analysis of drinking water samples.
Standard Level II Report, PDF report via EDD (CSV) file, Excel spreadsheet or suitable format upon request
Most responsive, responsible bidder on an ALL OR NONE basis
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Summary
The Arkansas Department of Health is seeking bids for a contract to provide alpha, beta, strontium 89, and strontium 90 drinking water analysis. The selected contractor will be responsible for the collection and analysis of drinking water samples.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Most responsive, responsible bidder on an ALL OR NONE basis
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Standard Level II Report
- PDF report via EDD (CSV) file
- Excel spreadsheet or suitable format upon request
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Original signed Bid Signature Page
- Official Bid Price Sheet
- EO 98-04 Disclosure Form
- Copy of Prospective Contractor's Equal Opportunity Policy
- Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- Proposed Subcontractors Form
- Submit to
- Arkansas Department of Health, 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 58, Little Rock, AR 72205-3867
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Arkansas
- Reported agency
- Arkansas Department of Health
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Arkansas State Hospital?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. 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: Arkansas Department of Health, 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 58, Little Rock, AR 72205-3867. For questions, contact Heather Bailey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Arkansas State Hospital in AR, 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 Heather Bailey at (501) 280-4630. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard Level II Report, PDF report via EDD (CSV) file, Excel spreadsheet or suitable format upon request. 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: "Most responsive, responsible bidder on an ALL OR NONE basis" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Arkansas State Hospital?
All active and historical solicitations from Arkansas State Hospital are tracked and searchable. As a public hospital agency, Arkansas State Hospital 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 1 year. 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: Original signed Bid Signature Page, Official Bid Price Sheet, EO 98-04 Disclosure Form, Copy of Prospective Contractor's Equal Opportunity Policy, Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT), Prop. Review the full document from Arkansas State Hospital for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arkansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.