AGR-EP-Gas Chromatograph

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is seeking to procure a Gas Chromatograph with a triple quadruple (GC/MS/MS) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The IDOA requires this equipment for its Pesticide laboratory to determine pesticides from misuse samples. The selected vendor must deliver the instrument within 4 weeks of contract execution and provide a minimum 1-year warranty on non-consumable parts, labor, and travel. The vendor is also responsible for installation, training, and ensuring the instrument is fully functional. This is a one-time purchase contract with no renewal option. Pricing must be submitted through the BidBuy system, and expenses are not allowed. The State may receive a prompt payment discount. The solicitation does not indicate any small business set-aside, minority contractor, or veteran-owned small business participation requirements.

The contract value is not to exceed $189,983.75, which was the amount awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Agilent Technologies INC. There were two unsuccessful bidders for this contract. The funding for this purchase is from the State, and the procurement is being conducted electronically through the BidBuy system, with paper responses not accepted. Interested vendors must have an active registration in the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) system and comply with all state certification and disclosure requirements.