City Bid - Purchase of ProtectIR Handheld FT-IR Spectrometer

The City of Stamford, Connecticut, located in Fairfield County, is seeking bids for the purchase of a ProtectIR Handheld FT-IR Spectrometer through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation, numbered 2025.0275, is open to all vendors and will be accepted from December 19, 2024, at 11:45 AM EST until the bid opening on January 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. The procurement is specifically for a specialized scientific instrument used by the city's fire department, with technical questions to be directed to Fire Captain Adam Silverstone. The project is partially funded by FEMA funds, indicating potential federal oversight and compliance requirements. Interested vendors must access all bid documents, drawings, and specifications through the ProcureWare platform at stamfordct.procureware.com, with purchasing procedure inquiries directed to Erik J. Larson, the Purchasing Agent. No pre-bid meeting is required, and no bid deposit is necessary for participation.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the bid is open to all qualified vendors without preferential treatment for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The bid appears to be for a single-item purchase without line items or recurring service components. While the exact budget or award value is not disclosed in the solicitation documents, the requirement for a specialized handheld FT-IR Spectrometer suggests a potentially significant equipment investment. The unspecified payment terms and "not applicable" delivery terms indicate flexibility in the procurement process. Vendors should be prepared to provide a comprehensive proposal for the ProtectIR Handheld FT-IR Spectrometer that meets the city's technical requirements and potentially integrates with existing fire department equipment and protocols.