Title
Requisition No. REQ-0007112
Water Testing Supplies
O&M
Body
Agenda of: January 28, 2026
Item No.: 2026-005
Amount: $2,582,853.95
TO: The Honorable
Board of Directors
Great Lakes Water Authority
FROM: Suzanne R. Coffey, P.E.
Chief Executive Officer
Great Lakes Water Authority
DATE: January 5, 2026
RE: Requisition No. REQ-0007112
Water Testing Supplies
Vendor: IDEXX Distribution, Inc.
Status: New Contract/PO
MOTION
Upon recommendation of Cheryl Porter, Chief Operating Officer - Water and Field Services, the Board of Directors (Board) of the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), authorizes the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to enter into Requisition No. REQ-0007112, "Water Testing Supplies" with IDEXX Distribution Inc., at a cost not to exceed $1,519,325.85 for a duration of three (3) years with two (2) one year renewal options at a cost not to exceed $531,764.05 for each renewal year for a total contract amount of $2,582,853.95; and authorizes the CEO to take such other action as may be necessary to accomplish the intent of this vote.
BACKGROUND
Microbiological examination of water and wastewater involves lab testing to assess microbial contamination and quality by identifying and quantifying microorganisms like total coliforms (a large group of bacteria found in the environment and in the intestines of warm-blooded animals), E. Coli (a subgroup of coliforms that primarily live in the intestines; their presence indicates recent fecal contamination), and others. These examinations are crucial for ensuring the safety of drinking water and monitoring the effectiveness of wastewater treatment. A range of test methods have been developed for this purpose. Instead of carrying out separate tests for each of the potential pathogens, viruses, or parasites that might be in the water, microbiology tests are used for indicator organisms that are always present when enteric pathogens and viruses are also found. Testing materials and specialized bact...
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