DEQ lead gcms RFQ

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Laboratory and Environmental Assessment Division (LEAD) located in Hillsboro, Washington County, is seeking a Request for Quote (RFQ) to procure a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) analytical system. The procurement is a one-time purchase that includes the equipment, installation, and initial operator training. The specific objective is to acquire a GC/MS system capable of analyzing Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in ambient air samples. Vendors must submit pricing using the provided Cost Submittal Form and meet both required and preferred technical specifications for the system. The RFQ will evaluate proposals based on cost, compliance with required specifications, and additional preferred specifications. The solicitation was posted on October 25, 2023, with a firm submission deadline of November 22, 2023, at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time. Potential bidders are expected to carefully review the detailed technical requirements outlined in the GCMS_RFQ.pdf document.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical and performance specifications for the GC/MS system. While no incumbent vendors are noted in the available documentation, the RFQ includes standard terms and conditions, insurance requirements, and federal compliance clauses that vendors must adhere to when submitting their proposals. The document indicates this is a one-time purchase order, suggesting a potentially significant but finite budget allocation for the equipment, installation, and training. Although a specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive technical specifications and requirement for a sophisticated analytical instrument suggest a substantial investment by the DEQ to upgrade their laboratory capabilities. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also full technical compliance with the specified GC/MS system requirements.