G12-503623/Lab Equipment

The state of Alabama, specifically through Mobile County, is seeking procurement of specialized laboratory equipment through a Quick Quote solicitation (ID: G12-503623/Lab Equipment) posted on February 14, 2025, with responses due by February 19, 2025. The procurement involves two specific pieces of scientific instrumentation: an A & D 12KG High Capacity Precision Balance (12kg x 0.1g) and a Gilson TS-1 Screen Shaker with 6-tray capacity (115V, 60Hz). Vendors must submit quotes exclusively through the AL Buys system and be tax exempt, with mandatory shipping to 3704 Fairground Road, Montgomery, AL 36110. The procurement requires strict adherence to specified equipment models, with no substitutions permitted. Vendors must be registered in the Alabama Buys system and capable of submitting electronic responses through the Public Solicitation site. The solicitation emphasizes precise equipment specifications and compliance with standard state procurement protocols.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to follow standard state purchasing guidelines that may include provisions for small businesses or local vendors. The contract opportunity does not indicate specific restrictions on organizational types, though registration in the AL Buys system is mandatory. The procurement appears to be a standard equipment acquisition with no mentioned incumbent vendors or complex integration requirements. Though a specific award value is not disclosed, the nature of the procurement suggests a relatively modest budget focused on specialized laboratory equipment. The standard boilerplate documentation indicates the state reserves rights to conduct cost analysis and evaluate pricing reasonableness, suggesting a competitive and thorough vendor selection process. Potential vendors should carefully review the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate document, which outlines comprehensive terms and conditions governing the solicitation.