Laboratory equipment and supplies

The Ohio Competitive Selection IDV (RSC019286) is a comprehensive procurement vehicle for laboratory and scientific equipment, established through a NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Purchasing Contract. The contract enables Ohio state agencies, state institutions of higher education, and registered Cooperative Purchasing Program members to procure a wide range of laboratory supplies and equipment across two primary product bands: Full-Line Catalog and Microscopes. This IDV provides participating entities the flexibility to make purchases of any amount and at any time, with standardized pricing and terms designed to streamline the procurement process for scientific and research-related materials.

VWR International LLC is the prime contractor for this IDV, which was awarded by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) with an effective period from June 1, 2024, to February 28, 2029. The contract is a competitive selection type with statewide coverage, featuring a 0.75% revenue share provision payable to the State of Ohio. The master agreement, originating from the State of Idaho's central purchasing division, includes an administrative fee of 0.25% to NASPO ValuePoint and allows for potential contract extensions. With a comprehensive set of standard terms and conditions, this IDV offers a robust, flexible procurement solution for Ohio's public sector scientific equipment needs.