Wastewater Lab Testing

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Town of Lunenburg is seeking a contractor to provide wastewater laboratory testing services. The scope of work includes conducting effluent and influent testing five times a month, with specific tests for Total CBOD, TSS, Total Ammonia, pH, E.coli, and Acute Lethality. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for emptying sample bottles once a month. The project aims to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and maintain the quality of wastewater management in the community.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Town of Lunenburg
Location: Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada
Primary Contact: Curtis Bell
Email: [email protected]

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: March 12, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: March 19, 2026
• Performance Period: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bidders must have the capability to perform the specified laboratory tests as outlined in the project scope.
• There are no specific certifications, registrations, or security clearances mentioned as mandatory.
• No set-aside restrictions, geographic restrictions, or minimum years of experience are specified.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not indicated.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate expertise in wastewater laboratory testing, including proficiency in the following tests:

• Total CBOD (5 times/month)
• TSS (5 times/month)
• Total Ammonia (2 times/month)
• pH (5 times/month)
• E.coli (5 times/month)
• Acute Lethality (once/year)
• Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN) (5 times/month)

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The RFP does not explicitly state how proposals will be evaluated, including the weighting of evaluation factors. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their technical capabilities and past performance in similar projects.