SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Contract Amendment: 25B-095-CA-01 Water and Wastewater Laboratory Analysis - Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc., Jacksonville, FL (Budget Impact - Neutral; additional annual expenditure of $42,350)
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Susan Olsen, Director |
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DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On June 3, 2025, the Board approved a contract with Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. (AEL) on behalf of Marion County Utilities (MCU) for water and wastewater laboratory analysis services. These services are critical for routine water quality monitoring, compliance in the event of a water line break, and meeting regulatory requirements established by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
Due to recent regulatory changes, additional testing is now required for the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of human-made chemicals commonly referred to as “forever chemicals” because of their persistence in the environment and the human body. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) now requires this testing at 57 MCU locations.
Attached for review is the draft contract amendment reflecting this expanded scope of work. Upon Board approval, the amendment will be sent to AEL for signature, and then routed to Legal, the Clerk, and the Chairman for final execution.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral: estimated annual expenditure is $42,350; however, this will be based on the actual needs of the department. Annual expenditures shall not exceed approved FY budgeted amounts and shall be based on contracted pricing. Funding is from line ZF442533-534101 (Marion County Utility Fund)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and allow staff to issue, and upon approval from Legal, authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the contract amendment under 25B-095-CA-01.
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