Comparison of Detection Devices that can Identify Lead or Galvanized Service Lines in NJ

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Division of Science and Research, in collaboration with the Bureau of Water System Engineering, seeks a contractor to pilot and compare three technologies (portable XRF, electrical resistance internal probe, and electromagnetic frequency internal probe) for identifying lead or galvanized service lines across NJ. The work includes development of a QAPP, initial EPA laboratory testing, field assessments at 90 sites, progress reports, and a final report; the period of performance is anticipated to start in Spring 2026 and last 24 months. Proposers must be registered with NJSTART, complete required DPA documentation, and demonstrate qualified personnel; the posting is an open RFP (not a grant) with an estimated value range listed as $500,000–$1,500,000 (experimental estimate).