1301-25-R-RFIN-00014

The state of Mississippi is seeking a sole source procurement for maintenance and service of the AIX1000 diagnostic system through the Mississippi Public Health Laboratory (MPHL), specifically to meet CLIA law requirements under 42 CFR493.1254 for equipment maintenance standards. The contract opportunity (ID: 1301-25-R-RFIN-00014) is posted with a response deadline of February 18, 2025, and focuses on preventative services, parts, reagents, and software maintenance for the diagnostic system. Gold Standard Diagnostics, Corp has been identified as the exclusive manufacturer and certified service vendor for this equipment, with the procurement designed to ensure continuous operational compliance with clinical laboratory regulations. The maintenance agreement includes comprehensive support services such as telephone and online technical assistance, three emergency repair visits annually, one preventative maintenance visit, and priority service scheduling. Compliance requirements mandate detailed documentation of all maintenance and functional checks as specified by the manufacturer.

The procurement appears to be a sole source contract with no competitive bidding process, effectively restricting participation to Gold Standard Diagnostics, Corp as the exclusive provider. The contract term is set for five years, spanning May 2025 to May 2026, with a total anticipated contract value of $41,250.00, representing approximately 11% of a new instrument's replacement cost. The total value of a new AIX1000 system is listed at $71,417.00, with an annual service agreement priced at $37,500.00, which has been discounted from the original list price of $40,000.00. The sole source determination was made explicitly because Gold Standard Diagnostics is the only manufacturer capable of providing comprehensive installation, operational, and performance qualifications while maintaining compliance with CMS CLIA regulatory standards. Daily instrument service is priced at $3,750.00, and the contract includes specific support hours of Monday through Friday, 6 AM to 5 PM Pacific Standard Time.