NIGP 493: Laboratory Equipment, Accessories, and Supplies: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, etc.
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| Rank | State | Open now | Posted, last 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florida | 7 | 19 |
| 2 | Texas | 5 | 14 |
| 3 | California | 1 | 7 |
| 4 | Georgia | 0 | 4 |
| 5 | Connecticut | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | Oregon | 2 | 2 |
| 7 | Illinois | 0 | 2 |
| 8 | Massachusetts | 1 | 1 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | 0 | 1 |
| 10 | Michigan | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Mississippi | 0 | 1 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | 0 | 1 |
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About NIGP 493
NIGP 493 Laboratory Equipment, Accessories, and Supplies: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Etc., Class, captures state and local procurement of specialized lab instruments, consumables, and environmental monitoring systems used in water quality testing, microbiological analysis, forensic work, and clinical diagnostics. Recent solicitations show purchasing offices acquiring hyperspectral cameras for agricultural research, chemical-resistant piping systems for water disinfection networks, laboratory testing services for coliform and nutrient analysis, proprietary reagents for DNA and drug screening, and comprehensive environmental monitoring equipment for public health laboratories.
Issuing bodies span state agencies (Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Oregon Health Authority, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts), municipal water and health departments (Tucson Water, City of Santa Monica Water Resources Division, Meriden Water Department, Escambia County), and county utilities (Hillsborough County deionized water systems, Harris County flow cytometry). The State of Oregon Health Authority's environmental monitoring procurement (ITB S-44300-00016250, bids due May 14, 2026) demonstrates significant investment in integrated temperature, humidity, and contamination-detection systems with CLIA and CAP compliance for a public health laboratory replacing incumbent Mesa Laboratories equipment; the Texas Comptroller's proprietary chemical laboratory supplies solicitation (IFB 304T-27-175A1.1, proposals due October 20, 2026) specifies DNA analysis and drug-screening reagents from Life Technologies, Promega, Qiagen, and Abbott for statewide delivery to DPS and Parks and Wildlife. Water-quality testing services procurement is active across Florida and Arizona jurisdictions, with Escambia County issuing concurrent service contracts for Millipore Milli-Q Direct 8 water purification system maintenance (proposals due August 12, 2026) and Seal Analytical AQ400 nutrient analyzer support (proposals due August 12, 2026), each specifying OEM parts access, field service technicians, and dedicated technical support. Geographic activity concentrates in Texas (Austin-area research institutions, state procurement), Arizona (Tucson municipal utilities), Florida (county environmental labs), Connecticut (municipal water systems), and Oregon (public health laboratory). The market values range from approximately $50,000 annually (Escambia County IDEXX supplies) to multiyear statewide contracts in the high six figures, with competitive procurements emphasizing equipment specifications, supplier qualification credentials, and compliance with environmental or health-care regulatory standards (EPA, CLIA, CAP, CDC guidelines).
Quick answers
What is NIGP 493?
NIGP 493 is Laboratory Equipment, Accessories, and Supplies: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, etc., a class in NIGP 15, Laboratory Equipment, Supplies, and Services.
What codes are under NIGP 493?
NIGP 493 has 41 codes under it with their own GovTribe pages, including 49304 Air Quality Monitoring Equipment and Accessories (Including Ozone Type); 49305 Airborne Bacteria and Virus Inactivation Equipment, Ozone Type; and 49306 Baths, Constant Temperature (Hot or Cold): Recirculating, Shaking, etc.
Which states post the most state and local bids under NIGP 493?
The states with the most state and local contract opportunities under NIGP 493 posted in the last 90 days are Florida (19), Texas (14) and California (7).
What is the latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 493?
The latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 493 is Maintenance and Repair of Particulate Instruments and Gas Analyzers from Florida, posted November 12, 2026.
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