Laboratory services, term contract

Palm Beach County is requesting bids for laboratory services under a term contract (IFB 26-061-JW), with sealed bids due October 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. local time and a question deadline of October 8, 2026. A 5% local preference applies to bidders maintaining a permanent place of business in Palm Beach County, and an additional 5% Glades local preference is available to Glades-based businesses.

The Small Business Development Program applies: bidders must submit Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 documenting subcontractor participation and SBE goals. All subcontractors must be registered in the County's Vendor Self Service system prior to contract award. Pricing must be submitted as single, fixed unit prices without escalation clauses; all prices remain firm for 90 days from bid submission and throughout the initial and any subsequent contract terms.

The contract is subject to compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the Uniform Guidance (2 C.F.R. Part 200), Criminal History Records Check requirements, E-Verify employment eligibility verification, and non-discrimination and ethics provisions. Bid submissions must be received at the Palm Beach County Procurement Department, 50 South Military Trail, Suite 110, West Palm Beach, FL 33415-3199. The County will conduct a bidders conference; contact J. Washington at (561) 616-6823 or jwashington@pbc.gov for details. The resulting contract will comprise the IFB, the successful bidder's response, and the County's award letter. Palm Beach County retains the right to reject any or all bids and to award other contracts for similar services if specifications differ from this solicitation.