Lab Equipment Services - LDH

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered 3000024445 for Lab Equipment Services for the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), targeting the procurement of specialized laboratory equipment and associated services. The solicitation covers ASSY-NEXION 350 D TOP LEVEL systems, software, and chillers, with a service contract initial term of one year beginning July 1, 2025, and options to renew for two additional 12-month periods. Bidders must provide comprehensive services including preventative maintenance visits, OEM-certified technician support, priority response within 48-72 hours, and unlimited repair services for non-consumable parts, labor, and travel. Key requirements include having OEM certification, offering technical support, providing software updates, and performing emergency breakdown visits. The bid will be publicly opened on April 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with both electronic and non-electronic submission options available. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements, with each line item requiring one year of service.

Vendors must be registered in the LaGov system to submit a bid and will be required to comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility requirements, and provisions related to Israel and firearm industry non-discrimination. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. All proposed products must be new, current models, and never previously used. While specific budget ranges were not detailed, the comprehensive service requirements suggest a potentially significant contract value. Bidders are also encouraged to specify potential discounts for training and qualification services. The procurement covers jurisdictions within East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City, with the Louisiana Department of Health as the primary contracting agency. Vendors will need to provide comprehensive insurance coverage and be prepared to accept electronic payment methods, including LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer for larger transactions.