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Approval of $600,000 Laboratory Testing Contract

Original title: Award RFP-5099-25/LTT for Laboratory Analysis Services to Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. and Pace Analytical Services, LLC at an estimated annual amount of $600,000.00 and authorize the Purchasing and Contracts Division to execute the Agreement. Countywide (Stephen Koontz, Administrative Services Deputy Director) Requesting Department - Environmental Services

February 24, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The county is committing $600,000 in annual funding to two private firms to perform environmental laboratory testing services.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc.

The company is a recipient of a county contract for laboratory services.

Pace Analytical Services, LLC

The company is a recipient of a county contract for laboratory services.

Environmental Services Department

The department will utilize the laboratory services provided under the new contract.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Board of County Commissioners has approved a contract for laboratory analysis services with Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. and Pace Analytical Services, LLC. The agreement is valued at an estimated $600,000 annually and covers services for the entire county.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners approved the award of RFP-5099-25/LTT for laboratory analysis services.
  • The contract is awarded to two vendors: Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. and Pace Analytical Services, LLC.
  • The estimated annual cost for these services is $600,000.00.
  • The Purchasing and Contracts Division is authorized to execute the agreement.
  • The services are to be provided countywide.
  • The request was initiated by the Environmental Services department.
  • The file number for this action is 2026-0148.
  • The item was processed as a Consent Item.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this contract for?
The contract is for laboratory analysis services requested by the Environmental Services department.
How much will this cost the county?
The estimated annual cost is $600,000.00.
Who are the companies providing the services?
The services will be provided by Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. and Pace Analytical Services, LLC.

Why It Matters

The county is committing $600,000 in annual funding to two private firms to perform environmental laboratory testing services.

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Connected Entities

organizationPurchasing and Contracts DivisionAuthorized to execute the agreementMap →
organizationEnvironmental ServicesRequesting departmentMap →
organizationPace Analytical Services, LLCContract award recipientMap →
personStephen KoontzAdministrative Services Deputy DirectorMap →
otherRFP-5099-25/LTTRequest for Proposal identification numberMap →
organizationAdvanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc.Contract award recipientMap →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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