BVDV Elisa Antigen Test Kits - Department of Agriculture

The Missouri Department of Agriculture has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901802793) for BVDV Elisa Antigen Test Kits, seeking to procure 100 test kits for its Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories located in Jefferson City and Springfield. The solicitation requires USDA-licensed test kits capable of detecting persistently infected (PI) cattle from birth to adulthood, with the ability to utilize both ear notch and serum samples. The test kits must be supplied in a 96-well breakaway format, capable of testing 460 samples per kit, and must include compatible software that automatically calculates results and interfaces with the state's current animal health laboratory equipment. The specific reference product mentioned is the IDEXX HerdChek BVD Antigen Test Kit #99-20859 or an equivalent, along with XCHECK software or an equivalent solution. The bid was posted on June 29, 2018, with responses due by July 20, 2018, at 3:00 PM CDT, and the contract term will be one year from the date of award. Vendors must submit their bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as a hard copy to the Division of Purchasing, completing and signing Exhibit A and any other applicable exhibits.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside requirements or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, indicating the bid is open to all vendors. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The estimated total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the procurement is for 100 test kits with payment terms set at Net 45 days and delivery terms of Free on Board (FOB) Destination to the two specified laboratory locations. The bid will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with vendors required to provide detailed information including brand, model number, number of tests per kit, and software capabilities. Delivery will be made to the Department of Agriculture Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories in Jefferson City and Springfield, Missouri. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Clark County, Greene County, Jefferson City, and Springfield City within the state of Missouri.