LAB, RFP - Newborn Screening Reference Laboratory

The Arizona Department of Health Services Master Agreement CTR076390 provides a comprehensive Indefinite Delivery Vehicle for specialized newborn screening and genetic testing services. The IDV covers second-tier biochemical testing for seven specific genetic disorders, including Homocystinuria, Maple Syrup Urine Disease, Tyrosinemia, Pompe Disease, and Krabbe Disease. The contract enables procurement of advanced molecular diagnostic services utilizing sophisticated laboratory techniques such as Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), with testing capabilities ranging from initial screening to full gene analysis.

Mayo Collaborative Services - Mayo Clinic Laboratories is the prime contractor for this master agreement, which was awarded by the Arizona Department of Health Services with an initial performance period from February 5, 2025 to February 4, 2026. The contract is a fixed-price master agreement specific to the State of Arizona, with potential extensions up to five years. The IDV includes comprehensive insurance coverage, with professional liability limits of $2,000,000 per claim and $4,000,000 aggregate, and allows for processing between 20 to 200 samples annually across various genetic disorder testing protocols. Test pricing ranges from $50 to $1,000 per test, with turnaround times varying between 1-20 days depending on the specific diagnostic requirement.