Laboratory Building Move

The State Health Laboratories are moving from 50 Orms Street in Providence to a new building at 150 Richmond Street in Providence. The move is happening in phases through early fall 2025.

Some testing services may be temporarily unavailable before and after the move. This will allow time for the team to set up the lab equipment correctly and make sure tests results are accurate.

Information for Laboratory Clients

Any dates listed on this page are estimates and are subject to change. We will update this page as more information becomes available.

Public Water Systems

Last day to submit samples to 50 Orms Street	First day to submit samples to 150 Richmond Street	What to do while the Lab is not accepting samples
9/10/25	To be determined	Submit required samples to another certified analytical laboratory.

Notes: Certain water testing services, such as testing for coliform bacteria, may resume at the new building within a few weeks of the move. Other services may be unavailable for several months. This page will be updated when the Lab starts accepting samples at its new location.

Drinking Water Testing for Private Well Owners and Homeowners

Last day to submit samples to 50 Orms Street	First day to submit samples to 150 Richmond Street	What to do while the Lab is not accepting samples
9/10/25	To be determined	Submit required samples to another certified drinking water testing lab.

Pool Water Testing

Last day to submit specimens to 50 Orms St.	First day to submit specimens to 150 Richmond St.
9/10/25	To be determined

Forensic Testing

The Lab is now receiving evidence submissions at 150 Richmond Street. Learn more about submitting forensic evidence.

Clinical Specimen Testing

Last day to submit specimens to 50 Orms St.	First day to submit specimens to 150 Richmond St.
9/26/25	9/29/25