Department Of Agriculture - Multiple Labs - Pipette Tips & Reservoir Liners

The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries is seeking a sole source annual agreement to purchase Progroup Sterile Pipette Tips-96 (Item T00802) and 100ml Reservoir Liners (Item RTL1600) for delivery to four diagnostic laboratory locations, with proposals due September 23, 2026.

This is a sole source procurement — no substitutes are allowed. The pipette tips are proprietary consumables designed exclusively for the WellPro Liquid Handling System and must meet RNASE and DNASE certification with sterility requirements. The tips feature a compartmented rack, unique clip lock designed for WellPro liquid heads, and reinforced construction for robotic instruments. The 100ml Reservoir Liners contain 1,600 units per case.

Delivery locations are Thompson Bishop Sparks Laboratory (Auburn), Mitchem Sparks Regional Diagnostic Lab (Boaz), Hinton Mitchem Poultry Diagnostic Lab (Hanceville), and J.B. Taylor Regional Diagnostic Lab (Elba). The contract period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with annual renewal options available.

The total contract cost does not exceed $25,000. Pricing must be submitted per case for both items plus a separate freight charge. Suppliers must be registered in Alabama Buys and respond electronically through that platform. The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analysis and may request verification of manufacturer reseller authorization and certificates of insurance.

Suppliers must comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, verify E-Verify enrollment prior to award if employing workers in Alabama, and certify compliance with Alabama sales and use tax requirements. The contract is governed by Alabama law with exclusive venue in Montgomery. Contact: Dr. Heather Walz, (334) 844-7262.