Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer System

Muskegon County is conducting a Request for Bid (RFB) for a Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) System to be used by the Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center for analyzing water samples using volatile organic compound detection. The procurement seeks a comprehensive system including an automatic liquid autosampler, purge and trap concentrator, gas chromatograph, mass spectrometer, and PC data system with instrument control software. Specific EPA methods including 524.2, 624.1, and 8260D will guide system performance requirements. The bid requires a total lump sum price with detailed component pricing, and vendors must provide a 1-year manufacturer's warranty with optional extended service contract pricing for 1-2 additional years. Key technical requirements include operation on Windows 11 Professional with at least 32GB memory, compatibility with standard 120V power, and the ability to demonstrate system performance using representative environmental samples. Bid questions are due by November 12, 2025, with the final bid submission deadline set for November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Successful vendors must provide complete delivery, installation, setup, on-site acceptance testing, and three days of in-house training by an applications specialist.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. The county will consider a trade-in of an existing Agilent 7890B GC/5977A MSD with EST Centurion autosampler and EST Encon Evolution I purge-and-trap system, which suggests potential flexibility for vendors. The bid requires vendors to supply a comprehensive spare parts kit and provide technical support during standard working hours. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the complexity of the GC/MS system and the requirement for comprehensive components indicate a potentially significant procurement value. The successful vendor must operate the system on Windows 11 Professional, suggesting a preference for modern technology infrastructure. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in environmental sample analysis and EPA method compliance, with the ability to provide comprehensive system training and support.