DFS-Leica or approved equivalent Microscopes and accessories-IFB-ah

The Illinois State Police Department of Forensics is seeking a vendor to provide Leica or agency-approved equivalent microscopes and accessories through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The procurement covers the delivery, setup, training, and successful performance checks of the equipment at various forensic laboratory locations across Illinois. Bidders must provide detailed product specifications and demonstrate that any "or equal" products meet the agency's requirements. The contract will be for an indefinite quantity over a 3-year term, with no renewal options. Bids must be submitted electronically through the state's BidBuy procurement system by April 25, 2023. The contract may be partially or fully funded with federal funds, and the award will be made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not indicate any small business, minority, or veteran-owned business set-aside requirements, but bidders may claim certain state procurement preferences if applicable. The previous contract for this procurement was awarded to Leeds Precision Instruments, Inc. for $1,473,720.30 over the 3-year initial term. The incumbent vendor, Leica Microsystems Inc., submitted an unsuccessful bid in the amount of $1,561,627.50 for the prior contract. The current solicitation does not provide a budget range, but the State intends to select a single vendor to fulfill the microscope and accessory requirements.