Applied biosystems 3730 genetic analyzer

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive pricing for an Applied Biosystems 3730 Genetic Analyzer, a 48-capillary electrophoresis system using 36cm capillary arrays and a 16-plate stacker drawer, which must be Big Dye terminator and Pop-7 polymer compatible. The successful bidder will be required to provide on-site installation and a one-year warranty on parts. Bids are due by September 19, 2022 at 10:30 AM ET, with the public bid opening taking place the same day. FWC anticipates awarding the contract on September 21, 2022. The contract opportunity is open to vendors registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with the State of Florida's Sunbiz system prior to the bid opening.

FWC is encouraging participation from certified minority-owned, woman-owned, and service-disabled veteran business enterprises. The contract will be awarded to the responsive, responsible bidder who submits the lowest total bid price. Liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day of delay may be assessed if the Contractor fails to complete the work by the specified completion date. The contract opportunity includes the state of Florida and the local jurisdictions of Leon County and Tampa City, but the addendum does not provide details on the award value or budget range.