Gas Chromatographs

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is seeking to purchase one gas chromatograph with autosampler and data station for Organophosphate analysis, and three gas chromatographs with autosamplers and data stations for pesticide and PCB analysis. The procurement is being conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with a contract term from the date of execution through July 29, 2022, with the option to renew for up to three additional terms. The IFB provides detailed technical specifications for the required gas chromatography equipment, including capabilities, components, and performance criteria. Vendors must submit their bids through the State's BidBuy procurement platform by the April 1, 2022 due date, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The procurement does not appear to have any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned business set-aside requirements. The previous solicitation received one unsuccessful bid from Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc. in the amount of $253,210.16, while the contract was awarded to Agilent Technologies, Inc. for a total of $241,396.47. The contract may be partially or fully funded with federal funds, though no budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the provided documents.