HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab Immunoassay Diagnostic Test Kits

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) DOH24-009 for HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab Immunoassay Diagnostic Test Kits, targeting procurement of FDA-approved HIV diagnostic test kits and associated analyzers for the Department's Bureau of Public Health Laboratories in Miami and Jacksonville. The solicitation requires providers to supply 15,000 HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab immunoassay tests, with mandatory delivery within one business day of ordering. Test kits must demonstrate at least 99.0% sensitivity and specificity, have a minimum 120-day shelf life, and be capable of detecting HIV-1 p24 antigen and HIV-1/2 antibodies. Key procurement dates include ITB release on 3/7/2025, vendor questions due by 3/12/2025, sealed bids due by 4/1/2025 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern, and anticipated award posting on 4/7/2025. The procurement will result in a single award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the total cost determined by the Price Page (Attachment B).

The solicitation encourages participation from minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses and includes specific requirements for vendor compliance with state regulations regarding scrutinized companies, forced labor certifications, and foreign countries of concern. As part of the procurement, the DOH requires a reagent rental agreement wherein the selected provider must furnish four new common analyzers (two each in Miami and Jacksonville) at no additional cost, with specific technical specifications. The initial contract term is one year from 4/7/2025, with potential renewals for up to three additional years, contingent on satisfactory performance and fund availability. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves 15,000 test kits and four analyzers. Vendors must meet comprehensive technical, compliance, and operational requirements to be considered for this critical public health diagnostic testing contract.