Elba Lab Lab Equipment 264263

The State of Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is seeking laboratory equipment for the J.B.T. Diagnostic Lab located at 495 Alabama Hwy 203 in Elba, Coffee County. This procurement opportunity specifically requests 10 units of Avian Sensitive AST Plates, identified by the catalog number AVIAN1F. The solicitation was posted on March 18, 2025, with proposals due by March 21, 2025, indicating a very tight submission window of approximately three days. Potential vendors are required to submit comprehensive pricing information, including unit pricing for the laboratory equipment and separate freight costs. The procurement process will be conducted through Alabama Buys, the state's electronic procurement system, which mandates that all suppliers be registered prior to submitting a quote. Vendors must carefully review the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate, which outlines comprehensive terms, conditions, and compliance requirements for participation in this state procurement process.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types, though the standard boilerplate suggests potential compliance requirements related to the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and E-Verify program documentation. Suppliers will need to certify their registration for state and local sales taxes, confirm they are not engaged in boycotts, and demonstrate compliance with federal immigration laws. While specific award values are not detailed in the provided documentation, vendors should be prepared to provide comprehensive pricing and potentially undergo a state cost analysis. The procurement is specific to the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries' diagnostic laboratory in Elba, indicating a targeted, specialized acquisition focused on scientific research or diagnostic capabilities. Interested vendors should carefully review all documentation, particularly the attached standard boilerplate, to ensure full compliance with Alabama's procurement regulations and submission requirements.