Statewide Provision of Temporary Emergency Drinking Water

Background

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking contractors to provide temporary emergency drinking water to residents with private drinking water wells affected by environmental pollution or hazardous substances. This initiative is part of the Remediation and Redevelopment (RR) Program, aiming to ensure access to clean drinking water across the state. The contracts resulting from this Request for Bid (RFB) will adhere to applicable sections of the Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 738.

Work Details

Contractors will be responsible for delivering bottled drinking water on an as-needed basis throughout the State of Wisconsin. The services will be directed by DNR’s RR Program in collaboration with the Drinking Water and Groundwater Program. Contractors must demonstrate a history of prompt and efficient service in providing drinking water. The DNR intends to award up to three contracts per service area or county based on the lowest qualified bid. Bidders must submit a completed Bid Price Sheet, along with several mandatory forms including: - Attachment A (Mandatory) - Attachment B (Mandatory Bid Matrix) - Attachment C (Water Source Info) - DOA-3832 Bidder Required Form.

Period of Performance

The contract will initially be for one year, with options for four additional one-year extensions, totaling a potential five-year contract period.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed at various locations throughout the State of Wisconsin, specifically targeting areas where private drinking water wells are impacted.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must have experience in providing drinking water services and submit a recent drinking water quality test report that meets specific EPA standards. They are required to provide proof of qualifications, including a history of service provision and operational setup for delivering drinking water. Additionally, bidders must comply with all specified forms and requirements outlined in the RFB.