California eProcure #25-E0033

California EPA Seeks Laboratory Analysis of PAHs and Cotinine in Urine Samples for Community Health Study

The California Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is seeking laboratory analysis services for a community health study focused on residents near oil refineries in Los Angeles County. - Government Buyer: - Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), California Environmental Protection Agency - Administrative Services Division, Contracts and Business Services Branch - Products/Services Requested: - Laboratory analysis of up to 520 urine samples for carboxylic acid and hydroxy metabolites of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and cotinine - 20 samples for biomonitoring - 500 samples for the CHAIRS-LA study - Participation in up to 30 meetings, providing input and feedback on scientific presentations and manuscripts - Scientific reporting and collaboration with academic and community partners - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with California socio-economic programs (DVBE, SB, TACPA, CUF) - Cap on contract budget at $176,000 - Deliverables due by specified dates, with possible contract extension up to one year - No specific OEMs or laboratory vendors are named; open to qualified laboratory service providers - Place of Performance: - Los Angeles County, specifically Wilmington and Carson neighborhoods - Contractor laboratory and office (to be determined) - Contracting office located at 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA

Description

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is for laboratory analysis services of urine samples to detect polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and cotinine. The contract supports the Community Health and Air Quality Implications of Refinery Retirements in Los Angeles (CHAIRS-LA) study, which evaluates the impacts of oil refinery closures in the South Bay of Los Angeles. The study involves collaboration between multiple universities and community partners, focusing on residents near retired and active oil refineries. The analysis aims to assess exposure to toxic air pollutants associated with serious health effects.

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