Lab Supplies and Service - Mercury Testing

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) - Kansas Health and Environmental Laboratories (KHEL) is requesting proposals for lab supplies and services for mercury testing, with proposals due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM CDT.

The scope includes consumable lab equipment, instrument parts, and repair and preventative maintenance services for an AGS Scientific Mercury Analyzer (RA-4500 or equivalent) used in the Inorganic Chemistry Section. Consumables include pump tubes, absorption cells, filters, reagent bottles, and specialized equipment components. The analyzer must comply with EPA method 245.1, offer computer control and full automation, and support data processing for drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and stream samples. Bidders may bid on all or part of the request, and multiple contracts may be awarded to ensure vendor performance and inventory availability.

The contract period runs November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2031 (five years). Delivery of supplies and services is required by September 6, 2026 to KDHE at 1000 SW Jackson Street, Room 570, Topeka, Kansas 66612-1368, F.O.B. inside, with the vendor responsible for all shipping, handling, and insurance. Payment is Net 30 days. Annual catalog pricing updates may not exceed 5% on each contract anniversary.

Bidders claiming eligibility under the Certified Business Bidder Preference Program or the Disabled Veteran Owned Business preference program must submit supporting documentation. All bidders must submit a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue, completed Boycott of Israel certification, Sexual Harassment policy acknowledgment, and Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) compliance confirmation. Bidders must register with the State of Kansas and obtain an official invitation from Procurement Officer Lara J. Williams (lara.j.williams@ks.gov, 785/296-2374) at least 24 hours before bid closing. Questions are due by close of business August 24, 2026. Procurement Card payment is accepted with no additional charges.