IFB 25-004 PsyCanna Analyzers

The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is seeking a contractor to provide PsyCanna Analyzer products and services for its Law Enforcement Division through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-004. The procurement requires converting four existing LightLab 3 cannabis analyzers to the PsyCanna analyzer software platform, supplying one new factory-calibrated LightLab 3 PsyCanna analyzer with specific modules including Standard Cannabinoids, Minors, Terpenes, Hemp Compliance, and Converted Cannabinoids. The contractor must provide accompanying accessories such as sample warmers, shakers, scales, and grinders, as well as test consumables and accessories. Training services are mandatory, including both virtual one-hour sessions and in-person training covering instrument operation, best practices, setup and teardown, and hands-on guidance. The bid was released on December 19, 2025, with written questions due by December 29, 2025, and responses to be provided by January 20, 2026. Final bid submissions are due by February 3, 2026, with a cost proposal opening scheduled for February 4, 2026, and award notification expected within one to five workdays thereafter. The contract will run from February 26, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and will be awarded using a "Best Value" methodology to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside and participation requirements, notably a mandatory three percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, with bidders failing to meet this requirement deemed non-responsive. Small Business certified vendors may receive a five percent preference. In-person trainings will be conducted at DCC Law Enforcement Division locations within Sacramento, Orange, San Bernardino, or Los Angeles Counties, with the contractor responsible for all associated travel and accommodation costs. The contractor must supply only new, original equipment manufacturer software, parts, and accessories, and maintain all required licenses and permits throughout the contract term. Insurance requirements are substantial, including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), workers' compensation ($1,000,000), and crime coverage ($2,000,000). The cost proposal must provide separate pricing for two fiscal years: 2025/26 (February 26 through June 30, 2026) and 2026/27 (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027). While specific award values are not detailed, the comprehensive requirements and multi-year structure suggest a significant procurement opportunity for qualified vendors in the cannabis testing equipment sector.