PFAS Testing of Wastewater and Biosolids Consultant

The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) seeks a qualified environmental consulting firm to provide PFAS (per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances) testing, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and technical support for its wastewater and biosolids programs. The contract will begin Jan 1 2027 for a one‑year term with two optional one‑year renewals (2028‑2029). The consultant will act as liaison with the contract laboratory, perform QA/QC reviews, advise on sampling protocols, develop dashboards and reporting tools, update SOPs, support modeling tools, train District staff, and assist with cost‑benefit analysis of in‑house testing versus outsourcing. • Scope includes influent, effluent, and biosolids PFAS monitoring (monthly influent/effluent, quarterly biosolids) and analysis of up to 40 PFAS compounds per EPA 1633A. • Deliverables: technical liaison services, QA/QC review, sampling protocol updates, SOP revisions, fate‑and‑transport model updates, dashboard creation, P99 calculator, training materials, and a comprehensive three‑year report. • Additional tasks: hauled waste and septage sampling design, collection‑system source apportionment, biosolids product testing, and enhancement of Excel‑based waste‑evaluation tools. • Budget: $100,000 for 2027 with similar amounts anticipated for 2028‑2029. • Timeline: Questions due 10/19/2026, proposals due 10/30/2026, award expected late 2026, work to commence 1/1/2027 and conclude 12/31/2029 (final reporting by 8/1/2030). • Evaluation criteria: qualifications (25%), approach (45%), cost & schedule (30%).