water and wastewater sample analysis for Fort Detrick, MD Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment plants.

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Background The contract is issued by the Maryland Department of the Environment for water testing services necessary to maintain operating permits for the Fort Detrick Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants. The goal of this contract is to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations through certified testing services. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for: 1. Scheduled pickup of water and wastewater samples from Fort Detrick facilities twice a week, with additional unscheduled pickups as required. 2. Transporting samples to their testing lab for analysis. 3. Conducting analyses as specified in Technical Exhibit 3, ensuring compliance with EPA and MDE requirements. 4. Providing written analytical reports detailing collection dates, types of analyses performed, and results within 14 days of sample receipt. 5. Maintaining all required laboratory certifications, including MDE and EPA Laboratory Certification, throughout the contract period. Period of Performance The contract will be performed over a base year of 12 months, with four optional years available for extension. Place of Performance The services will be performed at the Fort Detrick Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants located in Maryland.