BCl25*266201-A91-Ethanol-Matherne-Mobile

The Bureau of Clinical Laboratories in Alabama is seeking to procure a specific quantity of ethanol for use in Autauga County, with a precise procurement requirement for 1 Cubitainer of 190 proof (95%) USP ethanol from Decon Labs, measuring 5 gallons and including a spigot. The solicitation, identified by the contract opportunity ID 67e69642616756ed1c099eda, is explicitly clear that no alternatives or substitutions will be accepted. The delivery destination is specified as 204 Legends Court in Prattville, Alabama, with the procurement timeline indicating a posting date of March 27, 2025, and a firm submission deadline of March 31, 2025. Vendors must provide comprehensive shipping costs as part of their quote submission. The procurement process will be conducted through the Alabama Buys system, requiring electronic quote submission and adherence to the state's standard Quick Quote boilerplate terms and conditions, which include comprehensive legal and administrative compliance requirements.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, potential vendors must meet several critical qualifications outlined in the standard boilerplate. Vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys, enrolled in the E-Verify program if they have Alabama employees, and be in good standing with sales and use tax registration. The contract does not specify a precise award value or budget range for this specific ethanol procurement. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations, including non-discrimination policies, tax compliance, and immigration verification. The state reserves the right to inspect products, analyze pricing, and request additional documentation from potential vendors. Importantly, the procurement is governed by the state's sovereign immunity principles, and any legal disputes would be subject to Alabama's jurisdictional controls.