Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhea (CT and GC) Nucleic Acid Amplification Test System

The State of Florida, Department of Health, through its Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, is seeking competitive bids for a laboratory-based nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) system for the diagnostic detection of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhea (CT and GC). The purpose of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to obtain a contract for the supply of the NAAT system, including all necessary instrumentation, preventive maintenance, training, and process-required consumables. The Department requires the NAAT system to meet specific requirements for specimen testing volumes, instrument capabilities, maintenance, training, and integration with the Department's laboratory information management system. The contract term is anticipated to be for three years, with potential renewals for up to three additional years. Respondents must provide pricing for the initial three-year term as well as any renewal terms, and the Department will award the contract to the responsive, responsible Respondent offering the lowest grand total price for the requested commodities and services.

The ITB includes information on minority, women, and veteran business participation preferences that may apply to the procurement. While no incumbent vendors or current contractors are specifically mentioned, the ITB does not appear to set any restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The value of the potential contract is not explicitly stated, but the Department is seeking competitive pricing for the NAAT system and associated services.