IFB 25-005 LC-MS Machine

The California Department of Cannabis Control has issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) 25-005 for the procurement of a comprehensive Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) system and associated services. The solicitation encompasses a complete analytical testing equipment package designed to support the state's cannabis testing and compliance programs. The primary deliverable is a SCIEX 7500+ QTRAP system paired with an Agilent 1290 Infinity III liquid chromatography system, including dual high-speed pumps, multisampler, multicolumn thermostat, and diode array detector, along with 43 total line items covering supporting equipment such as gas generators, uninterruptible power supplies, software licenses, installation services, remote monitoring systems, and auxiliary components. Qualified contractors must provide complete cost proposals aligned with detailed technical specifications, including pricing for equipment delivery, installation, maintenance, and ongoing technical support as outlined in the scope of work. The bid submission deadline is March 23, 2026, with the opportunity posted on February 6, 2026. Evaluation and award decisions will follow standard California state procurement procedures, with consideration given to performance metrics, warranty requirements, training provisions, and payment terms to be defined in the final contract.

The solicitation materials indicate that the California Department of Cannabis Control may apply preferences or set-asides for qualified vendors meeting specific criteria established by the state of California; however, specific details regarding disadvantaged enterprise designations, small business preferences, or incumbent vendor information are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation. The procurement is funded through the California Department of Cannabis Control's operational budget allocated for analytical laboratory equipment and services, though the exact award value or total budget range is not specified in the provided materials. Bidders are required to complete a standardized Cost Worksheet containing line items with designated input cells for cost entries, including a 20 percent contingency allowance for unanticipated tasks. The solicitation serves Contra Costa County and the Contra Costa Centre CDP in California and will establish a contract with terms addressing equipment specifications, service parameters, and compliance with state cannabis testing requirements. Organizations responding to this opportunity should ensure capability to deliver integrated, validated analytical systems with comprehensive technical support and training capabilities.