Lab Testing of Wastewater, Stormwater, Surface Water, Biosolids, Soil and Compost Samples

The City of Omaha (in partnership with Douglas County) is issuing a competitive bid for comprehensive laboratory analysis services covering wastewater, stormwater, surface water, biosolids, soil, and compost samples. The scope includes quantitative testing for a wide array of metals, nutrients, organic compounds, pathogens, and other environmental parameters across dozens of individual line items. Bidders must submit detailed pricing for each test, provide required bid bonds or acceptable substitutes, and comply with state‑approved insurance, employee classification, and Small Business Enterprise certifications. The contract will likely be awarded to a qualified environmental testing laboratory capable of handling high sample volumes and delivering results in accordance with EPA and state methods. • Perform metal analyses (e.g., Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, Ni, Zn, etc.) on wastewater, biosolids, soil, and compost samples. • Conduct nutrient and organic compound testing (e.g., nitrate, ammonia, VOCs, pesticides, petroleum hydrocarbons). • Provide microbiological testing (E. coli, total coliform). • Supply sample preparation services (digestion, filtration). • Deliver results for over 70 distinct test line items with quantities ranging from single digits to several hundred samples. • Meet bid‑bond, insurance, and SEB certification requirements; performance bond required upon award.