F09-654862 Vacuum Pumps for Area 10 Lab

The State of Alabama, acting through Lauderdale County, is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of Little Tuffy Two-Stage Oil Free Vacuum Pumps under Quick Quote solicitation F09-654862 for Area 10 Lab. The procurement is open to qualified suppliers capable of providing equipment meeting exact technical specifications, including 115-volt models with a 1/3 HP motor (250 watts), ultimate pressure of 9.0 Torr (12 mbar), maximum vacuum of 29.6 inches of Hg (759.46 mm), and free-air displacement of 65 L/min (2.3 cfm) at 60Hz. Each unit must weigh approximately 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) and include 4 inches of tubing and a hydrophobic filter to protect against moisture intake, with all delivery costs included in the quoted price. The equipment will be shipped to 399 25th Street NE, Fayette, Alabama 35555, with Rodney Jones (205-270-2849) designated as the primary contact person. The procurement was posted on April 1, 2026, with a response deadline of April 6, 2026. Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through the Supplier Portal by the close date, and all inquiries must be submitted online to maintain proper documentation. Evaluation will be based on cost realism and price reasonableness as determined by the State of Alabama.

There are no specific set-aside designations noted for this solicitation, though all suppliers must comply with Alabama's standard procurement regulations, including E-Verify enrollment verification as required by the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and full compliance with sales tax certification requirements for contracts exceeding $25,000. Bidders must certify they are not debarred or suspended from federal contracts and provide proof of qualifications, including manufacturer reseller authorizations or professional licenses upon request following bid opening. The State of Alabama is exempt from sales tax and will furnish exemption letters upon request. Suppliers must accept multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost, including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and EFT transfers. No incumbent vendors, existing infrastructure requirements, or specific budget range has been identified in the solicitation documents. Award value and quantities are not specified in the available documentation.