Gerstel Inc

The Florida Department of Health's Bureau of Public Health Laboratories (BPHL) is pursuing a single-source procurement for two Multipurpose Sampler Robotic Pro smart series rails and MAESTRO software from GERSTEL, Inc. The procurement is specifically for the Jacksonville Chemical Threat Laboratory and is intended to replace two existing older rails connected to Gas Chromatograph (GC) analyzers used in chemical terrorism response testing for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Laboratory Response Network-Chemical (LRN-C). The new sampler rails must be fully compatible with existing gas chromatograph instruments and include upgraded MAESTRO software integrated with current instrument software. The procurement is being conducted under Florida Administrative Code 60A-1.045, with a posted date of March 28, 2025, and a final response deadline of April 18, 2025, at 9:30 AM. The key objective is to maintain operational effectiveness of chemical terrorism response testing capabilities by ensuring technological compatibility and seamless integration of new equipment with existing infrastructure.

The procurement appears to be a direct, single-source acquisition with no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. GERSTEL, Inc. is identified as the sole equipment manufacturer and distributor of software upgrades, modifications, and maintenance for the Department's existing gas chromatograph instruments, effectively limiting competitive bidding. The procurement is specifically for Leon County, with the Jacksonville Chemical Threat Laboratory as the target location. The estimated dollar amount for this single-source acquisition is $191,811.17, covering the two Multipurpose Sampler Robotic Pro smart series rails and associated MAESTRO software. The procurement is structured for a one-year term, with the primary justification being the need for quick turnaround results for public safety and maintaining critical testing capabilities. No additional vendors or alternative sources are mentioned in the documentation, underscoring the specialized nature of the required equipment and software.