Lab Equipment Calibration Services IFB #24-20002-000

The Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan in California is seeking bids for a contractor to provide comprehensive semi-annual preventative maintenance and calibration services for various laboratory equipment at six different DSH locations across the state. The services include inspections, certification, pipette calculations, and ensuring equipment is performing within acceptable factory standards for items such as centrifuges, pipettes, refrigerators, freezers, and thermometers. The contract term is anticipated to be from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with a bid submission deadline of April 18, 2024. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications including AAMI credentials for Certified Biomedical Equipment Technicians and adherence to the Department's security and safety protocols if performing work on DSH grounds. Pricing is to be submitted on a unit price basis per the Bidder's Rate Sheet, which was revised in Addendum 1 to increase the quantity of refrigerators and freezers to be calibrated.

The IFB includes a small business preference and a disabled veteran business enterprise incentive program. While no incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, the IFB does not specify an award value or budget range for this procurement. Interested parties should carefully review the IFB and Addendum to ensure full compliance with all requirements prior to submitting their bids by the April 18, 2024 deadline.