1470-25-R-RFIN-00002

The state of Mississippi has issued a sole source notice (Solicitation 1470-25-R-RFIN-00002) for a comprehensive Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) system procurement, with proposals due on January 27, 2025. The technical specifications require a complete ICP-MS system including the primary instrument, chiller, installation and startup services, remote monitoring software with training, computer and printer, vacuum pump system, auto handler, and a high matrix introduction device. The system must meet stringent technical requirements, including achieving laboratory minimum detection limits (MDLs) of 0.5 ppb, supporting EPA methods 200.8 and 6020, and integrating with the existing Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for automatic results import. The procurement requires the system to have surge protection and a minimum one-year service protection plan with options for annual extensions. Vendors must demonstrate the capability to handle high matrix samples with minimal interference and provide comprehensive technical support and training for the advanced analytical equipment.

This appears to be a sole source procurement, which typically implies a limited competitive landscape with potentially only one qualified vendor meeting the specific technical requirements. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the highly specialized nature of the ICP-MS system suggests a narrow field of potential respondents with advanced scientific instrumentation capabilities. The procurement is specifically for a Mississippi state laboratory, indicating this is a direct government agency acquisition. The technical complexity and specialized nature of the equipment suggest potential budget ranges in the six-figure category, likely between $150,000 to $300,000, depending on the specific configuration and included accessories. The sole source designation implies that the state has identified a specific vendor or product that uniquely meets their precise technical specifications, which may limit competitive bidding. Integration requirements with existing LIMS infrastructure and the need for EPA method compliance further underscore the specialized nature of this procurement.