Potable Water Testing Services, Buffumville Lake, Charlton, MA

Amendment / Modification

This amendment addresses industry questions and modifies the solicitation.

• Section 5 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS): The sentence "Services will only need to be physically rendered from May through September each year while the park and well are in use" has been removed.

• Bid Schedule Item 2 (Routine Water Testing): The total quantity has been increased from 5 to 6.

• The solicitation closing date remains March 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

• Task Item #2 (Coliform Samples): The bid schedule cost for Routine Water Testing CLIN is per month and should include all costs for three coliform samples, required chemical tests, sampling, travel, etc., per event.

• April Sampling: April sampling is required per the 2026-2028 Compliance Monitoring Schedule.

• Prior Year's Sampling Plan: The 2023-2025 Compliance Monitoring Schedule for PWS 2054052 is publicly available on the Mass.gov website.

• Task Item #1 (Startup Activities): The contractor is expected to verify PWS reopening, identify compliance issues, and submit certification to MA DEP. Project staff will perform the physical work to reopen the PWS.

• MA Certified Operator: A Massachusetts (MA) certified operator is required to perform the services, in accordance with 310 CMR 22.00.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation W912WJ26QA072, originally dated March 16, 2026. The primary purpose is to provide responses to industry questions and to issue a revised Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Bid Schedule.

Key changes include:

• Clarification on the scope of Routine Water Testing, confirming that the bid price should encompass all associated costs (sampling, testing, travel, etc.) for each event.

• Revision to the PWS regarding April coliform sampling. The previous statement limiting services from May through September has been removed, confirming April sampling is required. This change increases the quantity for Bid Schedule Item 2 (Routine Water Testing) from 5 to 6.

• Information provided regarding the availability of the 2023-2025 Compliance Monitoring Schedule for PWS 2054052 on the Mass.gov website.

• Clarification that the awardee's role for Task Item #1 (Seasonal Start-up Procedures) is to verify work completion, not perform the startup activities (pressurizing and disinfecting). The awardee will verify that the PWS was reopened correctly, identify compliance issues, and submit certification to Mass DEP.

• Performance Work Statement (Section 5, Schedule)

• Bid Schedule (Item 2, Routine Water Testing quantity)

• The solicitation closing date remains March 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, identified as W912WJ26QA072, is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Potable Water Testing Services at Buffumville Lake in Charlton, MA. The objective is to procure labor, materials, equipment, and transportation necessary to sample and test potable water in accordance with Massachusetts Drinking Water Regulations (310 CMR 22.00).

• Sampling and testing of potable water at three designated points within Buffumville Lake Park.

• Submission of a written sampling plan and start-up procedures to the Mass DEP.

• Performance of routine water testing, additional testing as required, and corrective action treatment if Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) are exceeded.

• Preparation and submission of various safety-related documents, including an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

• Compliance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (EM 385-1-1) and OSHA standards.

• Maintaining good housekeeping and ensuring no adverse environmental impact.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a firm-fixed-price contract based on the bid schedule.

• Period of Performance: Base Year (April 1, 2026, or contract award to March 31, 2027), with two (2) option years.

• Estimated Value: Not stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: March 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

• Submission Method: Quotes to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Price, and Past Performance. A comparative evaluation will be performed.

• Key Deadlines: Site visits are scheduled for March 19 and March 23, 2026. Pre-work submittals are due within 14 days of contract award.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories), with a size standard of $19,000,000.00.

• Site visits are highly recommended.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses that bidders must adhere to.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains a "Required Water Quality Sampling Schedule Frequency" for the period of 2026 to 2028. It outlines the monitoring requirements for various contaminants for the Buffumville Park public water system (PWS ID # 2054052).

• PWS ID & Name: 2054052, BUFFUMVILLE PARK
• Location: CHARLTON, MA
• Population Served: 250
• Contaminants Monitored: Bacteria, Iron, Manganese, Nitrate, Nitrite, Secondary Contaminants, Sodium, Volatile Organic Compounds.
• Sampling Schedule: Specifies the required sampling quarters (QTR1-QTR4) for each contaminant for the years 2026, 2027, and 2028.
• Sampling Locations: Identifies "FINISHED: WELL #1" and "ROCK WELL" as sample locations.
• Notes: Includes important information regarding coliform sampling, potential extra sampling months, and a note that DEP recommends annual testing for Secondary Contaminants and that the next sampling for Volatile Organic Compounds is due in 2029.

This document is relevant to bidders as it details the ongoing water quality monitoring requirements for the Buffumville Park facility. While not a direct solicitation for services, it provides critical context about the operational and regulatory compliance needs of the site, which may be relevant for future contracts related to water system maintenance, testing, or upgrades.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Solicitation Survey" designed to collect essential information from potential bidders to assess their qualifications and capabilities for an upcoming solicitation. It must be completed and submitted with the bidder's quote to be considered for the opportunity.

• Company Information: Name, SAM CAGE Code, address, Point of Contact (POC) details.
• Business Type: Corporation, Partnership, Sole Proprietor, or Other.
• Experience: Years of experience in the relevant services, specifically as a prime contractor or subcontractor, and years of experience with Federal Government contracts. Subcontractor experience is only counted if a teaming arrangement confirmation is provided.
• Past Performance: Details on any failures to complete awarded work, including reasons.
• Key Personnel: Minimum and maximum number of employees, whether employees are on the regular payroll, and the anticipated number of employees for the project.
• Subcontracting: Information on prime contractors hiring subcontractors, including their name and location, and documentation of teaming arrangements.
• Employee Experience: Details for each employee performing the work, including current position/title and years of experience.
• Certificates/Licenses: Requirements for certifications and licenses (e.g., First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, Rope Access, specific trade licenses, and Massachusetts Drinking Water Regulations). Bidders must provide certificates or a plan for obtaining them within the solicitation timeline.
• References: Information on up to three past contracts, including agency/company name, contract number, total value, POC, start/end dates, and a scope of project description. Experience must be within the past three years and similar in size and complexity to the solicitation's scope. Government contracts are preferred.
• Statement Certification: A certification by an official that all provided information is accurate and complete.

This survey is critical for bidders to demonstrate their qualifications, experience, and capacity to perform the work. Failure to provide complete and accurate information, including required certifications and references, may result in disqualification. The information gathered will be used by the Government to evaluate the bidder's suitability for the contract.