Evidential Breath Alcohol Test Instruments

The State of South Dakota is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of evidential breath alcohol test instruments through its Office of Procurement Management. This procurement opportunity, posted on May 6, 2026, with a bid due date of June 2, 2026, seeks qualified vendors to provide breath alcohol testing devices that meet evidential standards for state use. Vendors must be registered electronically through South Dakota's e-procurement system at no cost and must select appropriate commodity categories to receive solicitation notices. All bidders are required to comply with South Dakota Secretary of State corporate registration requirements prior to contract award and must provide documentation including non-discrimination certifications and proof of insurance. Delivery is typically required within thirty days of order receipt unless the vendor specifies an alternative timeframe in its bid response. Award decisions will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder within forty-five days of bid opening, with contracts remaining in force for specified terms and options to extend up to one year upon written authorization from the South Dakota Office of Procurement Management Director. All items must be new and of current production.

The solicitation documentation does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular organization types or disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technology integration requirements are identified in the available procurement materials. Vendors should note that the state is exempt from federal and state sales taxes, and tax exemption certificates should not be included in bid pricing. Payment will be made in accordance with the South Dakota Prompt Payment Act, requiring payment within forty-five days of receipt and acceptance of goods, with interest accruing at 1.5 percent per month on overdue invoices beginning on the thirtieth day after receipt. Vendors must provide repair or replacement of defective goods and indemnification of the state as part of their contractual guarantees. Specific award values or budget ranges for this procurement have not been disclosed in the posted opportunity materials.