NIGP 49332: Evaporators, Vacuum: Flash, Rotating, etc.

NIGP 49332 Evaporators, Vacuum: Flash, Rotating, Etc., Item, does not align with the recent state and local procurement activity posted under this code. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued Request for Quotation 25-CLS-0740 on May 12, 2026, soliciting a Digital PCR System and associated accessories—a molecular diagnostics instrument with droplet-based detection capability and genomics applications. The solicitation specifies two QX600 AutoDG Droplet Digital PCR Systems with one-year full onsite extended service plans, thermal cyclers, consumables including advanced kits and cartridges, and genomics training. Equipment must meet strict technical requirements including 20 microliter PCR reaction volumes, six detection channels, 96-well plate capability, full plate runtime of three hours or less, and 10% precision with 0.1% sensitivity. Delivery was requested for June 15, 2026, to CDPH at 850 Marina Bay Parkway, Richmond, California, with installation within two weeks and on-site training within one month. The contract extends through a five-year warranty period. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all requirements, with the State reserving the right to award on an "all or none" basis, by individual group, or by individual line item.

The RFQ closed May 27, 2026, with written questions due May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM and CDPH responses provided by May 20, 2026. Pricing must be quoted on an F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid basis with no post-award charges. CDPH offers a 5% small business preference for California-certified small businesses, a 5% preference for non-small businesses committing at least 25% subcontractor participation to certified small businesses, and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive of 3% to 5% based on confirmed DVBE participation levels. Bidders must submit California seller's permits, Darfur Contracting Act certifications, payee data records, bidder declarations, and recycled content certifications. The procurement targets laboratory diagnostic equipment rather than industrial evaporators, and no other recent state or local opportunities under this code are present in the source.