REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Approved SP_TSQ Spectrometer.pdf

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 1 of 7

REQUEST FOR SPECIAL PROCUREMENT (SP) No. REQ-DASOBO-00215997

PART A. Requesting Agency must complete Items 1 through 13.

1. Requesting Agency Name: Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS or Agency)

2. Date of Request: July 13, 2026 3. Agency Number: 44000

4. Agency Contact Name: Sydney Wollersheim 5. Phone: (971) 375-7760

6. Type of Request: _____ Class Special Procurement ___X___ Contract-specific Special Procurement

7. Time Period Requested: From: Upon Approval To: August 31, 2041

8. Total Estimated Cost: $900,000

9. Title: Supplies and/or Services to be Acquired: Thermo Electron Triple Quadrupole (TSQ) Certis™ triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer with Vanquish Flex Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC) system (Supplies) and related training, maintenance, repair and operational services (Services)

10. Request, Background, Current Need, and Proposed Contracting Procedure:

a. Request:

Agency requests approval of this Special Procurement No. REQ-DASOBO-00215997 to purchase a Thermo Electron TSQ Certis™ triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer with Vanquish Flex UHPLC Liquid chromatography system and related Supplies and Services directly from Thermo Electron North America, LLC (Thermo Electron). Agency anticipates the initial purchase cost to be $400,000 and estimates an additional $500,000 for lifetime maintenance coverage for fifteen years, ending on August 31, 2041.

b. Background:

Agency is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of occupational safety and health regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

This Special Procurement request is for the purchase and maintenance of a Thermo Electron TSQ Certis™ triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer with Vanquish Flex UHPLC Liquid chromatography system. This system must allow for interchangeability and compatibility between Agency’s existing Thermo Electron instrument components and Thermo Electron’s proprietary software. Agency requires this specific system and additional components to perform necessary chemical analyses at Agency’s Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OR-OSHA) laboratory.

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 2 of 7

The Thermo Electron TSQ Certis™ triple stage quadruple mass spectrometer is needed by the OR- OSHA Lab for the analysis of employee exposure samples for diisocyanates to assess if the employee’s exposure has exceeded the limits set by OR-OSHA. OR-OSHA is the only state in the nation to have exposure limits established for the polymeric forms of hexamethylene diisocyanates (HDIs), which are heavily used in the automotive industry for spray finishing clear coats on cars and trucks. Additional forms of diisocyanates analyzed with this instrument include diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) used in the manufacture of foams, adhesives, and coatings.

Agency intends to purchase this system from:

Thermo Electron North America, LLC.

1400 Northpoint Parkway, Ste 10 West Palm Beach, FL 33407

(Thermo Electron North America LLC is a subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.)

The purchase will consist of the following specifications:

TSQ Certis™ triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer:

• The MS (mass spectrometer) OptaMax Plus off-axis Atmospheric Pressure Ionization

(API) source must have a high-voltage dual-polarity power supply, sheath gas flow control, and auxiliary gas flow control to accommodate a wide variety of applications.

• The MS must include a feedback-controlled heater capable of operation up to 650C to vaporize the solvent and analyte.

• The MS must support flow rates from 1μL/min to 2 mL/min using 100% water without splitting the sample stream. Mass Spectrometer shall have optimal 60-degree spray angle.

• The MS API source must contain a high-capacity transfer tube (HCTT), and the HCTT must have the following dimensions, 1.58 mm x 580 um, for effective desolvation of ions as they are transferred from the atmospheric pressure chamber to the ion funnel.

• The MS API source must have an electrodynamic ion funnel technology (EDIF) with mass dependent potential for focusing ions in the free jet expansion region of the source. The MS Radio Frequency (RF) lens shall be progressively spaced stacked ring ion guide that captures and efficiently focuses ions in a tight beam.

• The MS quadrupolar ion guide must have a resolving DC component for mass filtering functionality.

• The MS transfer ion optics must be designed for high stability and ion transmission efficiency using a square quadrupole, which incorporates a neutral blocking post to eliminate noise and provide effective ion transmission from the RF lens to the mass analyzer.

• The MS quadrupoles shall be hyperbolic with high ion transmission at isolation widths down to 0.4amu.

• The MS active collision cell shall produce efficient fragmentation for high sensitivity, yielding up to 500 Selected Reaction Monitoring (SRM)/s with zero cross talk.

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 3 of 7

• The MS vacuum system shall include a four-stage differential pumped vacuum manifold with advanced triple-inlet turbomolecular pump.

• The MS detection system must contain an off-axis discrete-dynode electron-multiplier containing 21 dynodes and capable of supporting linear dynamic range of >6 orders of magnitude.

• The Mass Spectrometer shall have a scan rate of 20,000 amu/sec (2 Da Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM)).

• The MS must have a collision cell powered by Active Reaction Collision Cell II (ARC II) technology, which must have an axial direct current (DC) field for acceleration of fragment ions enabling data acquisition rate of 900 SRM/sec (<0.25 msec Dwell and average < 1msec interscan).

• The MS must be capable of high-resolution precursor ion selection of 0.2 Da FWHM across the mass range.

• The MS analyzers must be dual Segmented Hyperbolic Surface precision hyperbolic quadrupole mass analyzers for ultra-performance.

• The MS resolving power will be 3110 FWHM at m/z 622 (or 0.2 Da FWHM) of Extended Mass Range Solution (EMRS) and will be adjustable from 0.2 to 2.0 Da FWHM across the entire mass range achieved by automatic tune and calibration.

• The MS must have ion polarity switching of 5 msec, including signal stabilization time.

• The MS mass accuracy must be ± 0.10 Da from 2-2010 m/z over a 24-hour period when the lab temperature is maintained between 15 and 27C with less than 5C fluctuation.

• The MS shall be controlled by and completely integrated into Thermo Scientific

Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS).

Thermo Vanquish Flex UHPLC:

• The UHPLC complete eluent flow path must be iron-free for the analysis of biomolecules at demanding eluent conditions (pH 2-12, max. 1 mol/L chloride concentration, no buffer additive limitation).

• The UHPLC column and sample loop changes must be possible without tools.

• The system fluidics must have a fingertight fitting system for fast and tool-free maintenance.

• The UHPLC pump must mix from a selection of 2 of 6 solvent channels.

• The UHPLC pump settable flow rate range must be 0.001 - 8 mL/min, in 1 μL/min increments.

• The UHPLC operating pressures must be 2 – 103 MPa (20 – 1034 bar, 290 – 15,000 psi) in the flow range of 50 μL/min to 5 mL/min. With a flow rate above 5 mL/min, the pressure range decreases linearly down to 80 MPa (800 bar, 11,600 psi).

• The UHPLC pump flow rate accuracy must be ±0.1% or better.

• The UHPLC flow rate precision must be < 0.05% RSD or < 0.01 min SD, whichever is greater.

• The UHPLC pump must support automatic adjustment of the solvent compressibility over the course of a gradient, without manually setting software parameters.

• The UHPLC linearity of the autosampler must be r >0.99999 (caffeine in water).

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 4 of 7

• The UHPLC autosampler must offer automated barcode recognition of the type of sample rack or wellplate and detection of empty sample segments.

• The UHPLC autosampler must offer an intelligent control mechanism which enables to dampen the impact of the injection shock, substantially improving retention time precision, column lifetime and integration accuracy of early eluting compounds.

In addition to seamless instrument integration, Thermo Fisher Scientific, the parent company of Thermo Electron, is the sole provider of all component parts, spare parts, software, technical support, software upgrades and engineering resources to maintain the TSQ Certis™ MS with Vanquish Flex UHPLC liquid chromatograph. Thermo Fisher Scientific field service engineers are the sole certified and factory trained engineers allowed to service the instrument.

Also included is the following:

• 3 days on-site training and support at Agency location;

• Online, telephone and application support;

• The TSQ Certis™ triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer comes with a standard 3-year warranty and Agency intends to purchase an additional 2 years of warranty for a total of 5 years of initial coverage.

• The Vanquish Flex UHPLC Liquid chromatography system comes with a standard 1-year warranty and Agency intends to purchase an additional 4 years of warranty for a total of 5 years of initial coverage.

c. Current Need:

Agency currently has an existing Thermo Electron mass spectrometer in its OR-OSHA laboratory.

The current equipment has reached end-of-life and Agency requires a replacement mass spectrometer that is compatible with the accessory components of current instrument. The new system will be able to connect with the nitrogen gas generator from the existing instrument system and also be able to connect with the proprietary integrated software platform of the existing Thermo Electron instruments in the Agency lab. The new mass spectrometer is only available through Thermo Fisher Scientific, as the sole source provider of all component parts, spare parts, software, technical support, software upgrades and engineering resources to maintain the equipment. In addition, Thermo Fisher Scientific field service engineers are the sole certified and factory trained engineers available to service the instrument.

d. Proposed Contracting Procedure:

In conjunction with the Department of Administrative Services, State Procurement Services (DAS SPS) and approval of Delegation Agreement #REQ-DASOBO-00211796, Agency will issue a public notice (Notice) on OregonBuys®, as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 125-247-0287, regarding approval of this Special Procurement request for a period of seven (7) calendar days.

The Notice will include provisions that any Affected Person(s) may protest the approval of the Special Procurement.

At the completion of the seven (7) day notice period, if no protests are received and sustained, Agency will proceed with issuing a Purchase Order (PO) to acquire the system, with a term of five (5)

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 5 of 7 years for the related Services, and $400,000 in compensation. Agency will amend the Purchase Order for additional years of Supplies, Services and Maintenance along with the associated compensation, as allowed under this SP approval.

Agency will obtain Enterprise Information Services (EIS) endorsement (if required), the Department of Justice (DOJ) legal sufficiency as required by Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 291.047 and OAR 137-045-0015, and contract verification as required by ORS 279A.161, prior to executing the Purchase Order or any related PO amendments.

11. Justification for use of Special Procurement: Describe the circumstances that justify the use of a Special Procurement. Attach relevant documentation.

Oregon’s Public Contracting Code (the “Code”), set out in ORS Chapters 279A, 279B, and 279C, is predicated on the principles of competition. However, it has been established that the Supplies and Services outlined in Section 9 (above) are only available from Thermo Electron North America, LLC as a subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. Therefore, outside of ORS 279B.065 Small procurements, which limits the maximum compensation of a direct awarded purchase to $25,000, there are only two procurement methods defined in statute through which the request articulated in this SP can be solicited and approved:

o ORS 279B.075 Sole-source procurements o ORS 279B.085 Special procurements

A Special Procurement is the appropriate sourcing method that can be used for the required Supplies and Services, because Thermo Fisher Scientific is the sole provider of all component parts, spare parts, software, technical support, software upgrades and engineering resources to maintain the Ion Chromatography System. Thermo Fisher Scientific field service engineers are the sole certified and factory trained engineers available to service the instrument. The Special Procurement sourcing method allows for possible future SP amendments, if needed. Whereas the Sole-source sourcing method does not currently allow for future Sole Source amendments.

12. Findings to Satisfy the Required Standards: This proposed special procurement:

___X___ (a) will be unlikely to encourage favoritism in the awarding of public contracts or to substantially diminish competition for public contracts because:

This purchase will not encourage favoritism, because Agency already has a substantial investment in laboratory equipment through Thermo Electron and any subsequent laboratory equipment that interfaces with this existing equipment must be compatible.

and

______ (b)(i) will result in substantial cost savings to the contracting agency or to the public because:

or

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 6 of 7

___X___ (b)(ii) will otherwise substantially promote the public interest in a manner that could not practicably be realized by complying with the requirements of ORS 279B.055, 279B.060, 279B.065, or 279B.070, or any rules adopted thereunder because:

ORS 279A.015 lists the State’s policy in enacting the Public Contracting Code. In maintaining the existing Thermo Electron Supplies and Services, the Agency is promoting the efficient use of state resources by maximizing the economic investment already invested into the Supplies and Services.

Agency requires a replacement mass spectrometer to conduct analysis of isocyanates for assessment of employee exposure to isocyanates relative to Agency permissible exposure limits (PELS), primarily in spray finishing of cars, trucks, and other equipment.

Approval of this SP will mitigate or avoid state business disruptions, provide cost savings opportunities, and will substantially support the interests of the State, OR-OSHA, and Oregon taxpayers.

13. Signature: The actual signature of the Agency Head or designee (e.g., Designated Procurement Officer) is not required on the Request if it is submitted through OregonBuys®. Agency may elect to attach a signed Request.

Signature: ___ e.g. Electronically in OregonBuys®__ _________________ Type Name: Miriha Aglietti, Designated Procurement Officer Date:

REQ-DASOBO-00215997_Thermo_DCBS Page 7 of 7

PART B.

STATUTORY AND RULE AUTHORITY:

ORS 279B.085(2) states the Director of the Department of Administrative Services may approve a special procurement if the Director finds that a written request submitted under ORS 279B.085(4) demonstrates that the use of a special procurement as described in the request, or an alternative procedure prescribed by the Director will:

(a) Be unlikely to encourage favoritism in the awarding of public contracts or to substantially diminish competition for public contracts; and (b)(A) Result in substantial cost savings to the contracting agency or to the public; or

(B) Otherwise substantially promote the public interest in a manner that could not practicably be realized by complying with requirements that are applicable under ORS 279B.055, 279B.060, 279B.065 or 279B.070 or under any rules adopted thereunder.

OAR 125-246-0170 delegates the authority of the Director of the Department of Administrative Services to approve special procurements to the State Chief Procurement Officer. OAR 125-247-0285 through 125-247- 0288 implement ORS 279B.085.

OAR 125-247-0700(2) Protests and Judicial Review of Special Procurements designates the State Chief Procurement Officer as the Contract Review Authority.

FINDINGS: The findings are accepted, adopted, and incorporated by reference herein.

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:

1. Notice Period. The Authorized Agency shall post the Public Notice on OregonBuys®. The Special Procurement may not be used until after the completion of the seven (7) day notice period required pursuant to OAR 125-247-0287(4), and either:

a. No Written protests are received by the Contract Review Authority, State Chief Procurement Officer, from an Affected Person(s) in response to the notice, or

b. If any protest is received during the notice period, then not until:

i. the State Chief Procurement Officer or delegate issues a written disposition of the protest in accordance with ORS 279B.400 and OAR 125-247-0700 and OAR 137-047-0700, and

ii. confirms in writing the first possible date of use of the Special Procurement.

2. ORS 279A.165 Requirements. Authorized Agency shall comply with the requirements of ORS 279A.165 and OAR 125-247-0287(12) regarding a report about this Special Procurement. Agency shall use a form and follow the instructions provided by the State Chief Procurement Officer or delegate.

3. Authorized Agency shall comply with all Enterprise Information Services (EIS) conditions and requirements prior to Purchase Order execution, if any.

APPROVED:

Kathryn Jones, State Chief Procurement Officer Date:

Department of Administrative Services, State Procurement Services

8/7/26