Laboratory Qiagen EZI Goods and Services

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for laboratory Qiagen EZI Goods and Services specifically for the Iowa DCI Crime Laboratory. The procurement encompasses 23 product items and 5 service items, including specialized laboratory equipment such as buffers, RNA carriers, proteinase kits, DNA investigator kits, filter tips, and advanced instruments like QIAgility and EZ2 Connect. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing, detailed product specifications, and supporting documentation for each line item. The solicitation requires vendors to offer full service agreements that include installation, training, and preventative maintenance. Key procurement dates include a bid opening on 8/24/2025 at 10:00 AM CDT and a closing deadline of 9/8/2025 at 2:00 PM CDT, with an initial contract term from 9/15/2025 to 9/14/2026. The state reserves the option to renew the contract for up to five additional annual extensions, providing potential long-term engagement for successful bidders.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Payment terms are established at 0% 0, Net 60, with the state preferring to utilize its Purchasing Card Program when possible. An administrative fee of 1.00% will be applied to all sales under the resulting contract, to be paid quarterly to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. While specific award values are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a potentially significant contract value covering both product procurement and ongoing service support. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in laboratory equipment supply, technical support, and maintenance for forensic and investigative laboratory environments. The multi-year potential contract extension and broad scope of required goods and services indicate a substantial opportunity for qualified laboratory equipment and service providers.