All Labs - Annual Agreement - Diagnostic Test Kits

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is pursuing a sole source annual agreement for diagnostic test kits across four regional veterinary diagnostic laboratories located in Auburn, Boaz, Elba, and Hanceville. This procurement targets comprehensive diagnostic testing capabilities for the Thompson-Bishop-Sparks Diagnostic Laboratory, Mitchem-Sparks Regional Diagnostic Laboratory, J.B. Taylor Regional Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, and Hinton-Mitchem Poultry Regional Diagnostic Laboratory. The solicitation seeks suppliers capable of providing various diagnostic test kits to support veterinary research and disease monitoring activities. The contract opportunity was posted on September 26, 2025, with proposals due by October 6, 2025. Potential bidders requiring assistance with submission can contact the Alabama Buys helpdesk at (334) 353-0700. The primary points of contact for this procurement are Dr. Heather Walz and Maggie Rowe, who can be reached at (334) 844-4987 for additional information or clarification.

The procurement covers jurisdictions including Coffee County, Coosa County, Etowah County, Limestone County, and Birmingham City, indicating a broad geographic scope for potential vendor engagement. While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions were explicitly mentioned, interested suppliers should carefully review the full solicitation for potential qualification requirements. The sole source nature of the agreement suggests a specialized procurement with potentially limited competition. No specific budget range or award value was disclosed in the provided documentation. The laboratories' diverse locations and specialized diagnostic testing needs imply a complex procurement requiring vendors with sophisticated scientific testing capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of veterinary diagnostic methodologies. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical expertise, supply chain reliability, and the ability to meet the specific diagnostic testing requirements of these regional veterinary laboratories.