Dept. Of Agriculture - Auburn Lab - Primers & Probes

The Thompson Bishop Sparks State Diagnostic Laboratory in Auburn, Alabama, is conducting a procurement opportunity for Primers and Probes through a competitive quote process. The solicitation covers 42 distinct line items, with a mandatory requirement that suppliers bid on all line items to be considered for the contract. Suppliers must ship the primers and probes within 15 days of receiving the purchase order. Critical qualifications include possessing an established quality assurance program with ISO accreditation for medical and scientific product distribution. All participating suppliers must provide a comprehensive warranty, agreeing to replace products free of charge or refund the purchase price if the products do not perform satisfactorily. The procurement is specifically targeting scientific research materials for the Alabama Department of Agriculture, with a narrow submission window from May 5, 2025, to May 8, 2025. Potential bidders requiring assistance with submission can contact the Alabama Buys helpdesk at (334) 353-0700, and the primary point of contact for this opportunity is Dr. Mohammadreza Ehsan, who can be reached at (334) 844-7257.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While the procurement is focused on Limestone County and administered by the State of Alabama, no specific vendor restrictions are mentioned beyond the technical and quality assurance requirements. The standard terms and conditions document suggests that suppliers must be registered in Alabama Buys and comply with state procurement regulations, including participation in the E-Verify program and adherence to the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act. The document implies potential for electronic payment and requires suppliers to meet comprehensive legal and administrative protocols. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the extensive line item requirements and specialized scientific nature of the primers and probes suggest a potentially significant procurement value. The attached standard boilerplate indicates that all legal proceedings would be conducted in Montgomery, Alabama, under Alabama state law, providing additional context for potential bidders.