BCL-G63-CFX Opus 96DX-Bio-Rad-Micro-Sole Source

The Alabama Bureau of Clinical Laboratories is seeking to procure three CFX Opus 96 Dx units with associated service and Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification (IQOQ) through a sole source procurement process. This critical laboratory equipment procurement is specifically for scientific testing purposes, with strict requirements for rapid deployment and delivery. The contract opportunity, identified as BCL-G63-CFX Opus 96DX-Bio-Rad-Micro-Sole Source, mandates that the order must be ready to ship within 10 business days after purchase order award. The solicitation emphasizes no alternates or substitutions will be accepted, and the items are essential for maintaining uninterrupted laboratory testing capabilities. The opportunity was posted on April 2, 2025, with responses due by April 7, 2025, representing a tight timeline for potential vendors. The Bureau of Clinical Laboratories reserves the right to not award the contract based on potential budget restrictions, providing additional flexibility in the procurement process.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors who can meet the specific technical specifications and rapid deployment requirements. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the standard state procurement documentation suggests compliance with Alabama's standard procurement regulations, including potential requirements related to tax compliance and E-Verify program standards. The procurement is directly tied to the Alabama Department of Public Health's Bureau of Clinical Laboratories, indicating a state-level acquisition with potential statewide implications. The attached standard boilerplate indicates that vendors must be registered in the Alabama Buys system and comply with state-mandated legal and procedural requirements. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement of multiple high-precision laboratory instruments suggests a potentially significant financial commitment. The sole source nature of the procurement implies a specific manufacturer or model has been predetermined as meeting the laboratory's precise technical requirements.