GC-Mass Spectrometer RFP

Bay de Noc Community College is seeking sealed proposals for a Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS) for their Chemistry Lab, with the Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on July 7, 2025, and proposals due by July 29, 2025, at 1:00 pm ET. The procurement targets a basic entry-level GC-MS instrument designed for small-scale educational environments, specifically for identifying small molecules. Technical requirements include split and split-less injection modes, a single quadrupole MS capable of analyzing compounds between 20-600 amu, typical electron ionization, and a Flame Ionization Detector. The successful vendor must provide comprehensive implementation, training, and ongoing support as part of the total product cost. Bidders are required to submit a comprehensive proposal package including a Company Profile (Exhibit A), Familial Disclosure Form (Exhibit B), and Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification Form (Exhibit C). Vendor qualifications mandate a minimum of five years of successful service history, with all personnel fully qualified to perform the work. The college reserves the right to negotiate terms, reject any proposals, and award the contract based on the most advantageous bid.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors, with the college being a member of multiple cooperative purchasing organizations including E&I Cooperative Services, MHEC, NASPO, NCPA, OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and MiDeal. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly noted, the college is seeking the most favorable pricing available, including state of Michigan and higher education discounts. The RFP does not specify an exact award value or budget range for the GC-MS system, nor does it mention incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements. Potential bidders should note that the college will evaluate proposals based on comprehensive technical capabilities, implementation support, pricing, and overall value proposition. The procurement is specifically for Delta County and Edmore Village jurisdictions, with Bay de Noc Community College serving as the primary contracting entity for this scientific equipment acquisition.