INVENIO-S Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer

This is a single source procurement by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) for the replacement of a Bruker INVENIO-S Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer bench to integrate with FDLE's current system. The FDLE Regional Operations Center in Orlando requires this spectrometer for infrared analysis of thin layers in cross-section paint samples and small areas of interest in routine casework. FDLE is seeking to procure one unit from the sole manufacturer and retailer, Bruker Scientific, LLC, at an estimated cost of $55,000 for a one-year term. FDLE must allow 15 business days for any prospective vendors to provide information regarding their ability to supply the requested product before proceeding with the single source procurement. The justification for the single source procurement is that FDLE's current system utilizes Bruker Attenuated Total Reflectance spectral libraries, which can only be operated with a Bruker-manufactured bench.

This procurement will take place in the jurisdictions of Leon County and the City of Tallahassee. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, as this is a single source procurement. The incumbent vendor is Bruker Scientific, LLC, as they are the sole manufacturer and retailer of the required INVENIO-S spectrometer bench. The procurement budget is estimated at $55,000 for the one-year term.