BCL25*262958-A81-Thermometer-Drew-Mobile

The Bureau of Clinical Laboratories Mobile Division is seeking to procure a specific laboratory equipment item through a state and local contract opportunity in Mobile County and Mobile City, Alabama. The procurement involves one VWR Refrigerator Verification Thermometer with Calibration Report, identified by stock number 76491-567. The procurement has strict requirements, including no substitutions or alternatives, and mandates that the item be delivered to 757 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL 36608 within two weeks of receiving the purchase order. The solicitation was posted on March 12, 2025, with a response deadline of March 15, 2025, representing a very tight procurement timeline. Vendors must include shipping costs in their pricing and adhere to the exact specifications outlined in the contract opportunity description. The procurement appears to be a direct, specific purchase for laboratory equipment verification purposes.

While the contract opportunity does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific vendor restrictions, the attached Standard Terms and Conditions document indicates that vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys, the state's electronic procurement platform. Potential respondents must comply with various state regulations, including tax laws, E-Verify immigration verification, and certifications related to the Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act. The document suggests that the state reserves the right to analyze cost realism and accepts multiple electronic payment forms. Though no specific budget range is mentioned for this particular thermometer procurement, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing while meeting all technical specifications. The procurement appears to be a straightforward, low-complexity purchase with precise equipment requirements and minimal room for vendor interpretation or alternative proposals.