Private Water Supply Sampling and Analysis Contract - County Wexford

Wexford County Council is seeking a qualified service provider to conduct compliance sampling and analysis of private and group water supplies across County Wexford. The contract will run from January 1st, 2027 through December 31st, 2026, replacing the current arrangement which expires on December 31st, 2026. The service provider must: conduct regular compliance and investigative sampling and analysis of drinking water according to S.I. No. 99/2023 - European Union (Drinking Water) Regulations 2023; perform two annual check samples per scheme with some schemes requiring additional check or audit samples; ensure all compliance sample analyses (except free/total chlorine, odour, taste, and Dalapon) are accredited to INAB or equivalent standards; submit monthly results reports to Wexford County Council; and handle approximately 170 currently registered water supply entities, with potential addition of up to 15 new schemes during the contract period. The laboratory must be INAB-accredited (or equivalent) for all relevant parameters and must meet specified limits of detection requirements. This is a critical public health service ensuring safe drinking water for residential, commercial, and institutional consumers across the county.