Analysis of ethylene oxide (ETO)

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for analysis of Ethylene Oxide (EtO) in ambient air samples, targeting a qualified laboratory to conduct approximately 260 analytical samples over a 12-month period beginning June 1, 2022. The procurement specifically requires the use of EPA Method TO-15/TO-15A and adherence to EPA Quality Assurance standards. Bidders must submit offers online by May 17, 2022, at 2:30 PM ET, with questions due by April 28, 2022, at 5:00 PM ET. The contractor must provide six cleaned and certified canisters weekly, six samplers and timers annually, and deliver analytical results within 30 days of sample receipt. Key qualifications include demonstrating prior experience analyzing at least 600 samples using EPA Method TO-15/TO-15A under governmental contracts and maintaining compliance with EPA Technical Assistance Documents for National Air Toxics Trends Stations. The contract will have an initial one-year term with four potential one-year renewal options, creating a possible maximum contract period of five years through May 31, 2027.

The solicitation indicates potential preference for South Carolina resident vendors, resident contractors, and in-state end products, though no specific set-asides are explicitly defined. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation. The procurement requires fixed-price submissions for all costs, excluding taxes, with pricing to be submitted on a per-analysis basis that encompasses canisters, samplers, timers, analysis, and data deliverables. The state reserves the right to determine offers nonresponsive if the EPA method is omitted from pricing submissions. While a specific award value is not detailed, the comprehensive requirements suggest a substantial contract with potential annual value based on the 260 analytical samples and associated equipment provisions. Notably, a Statement of No Award document is included, indicating that this particular solicitation did not result in a contract being awarded, though the reasons for this are not explicitly stated.