Laboratory Supplies and Equipment

West Virginia University, on behalf of its Board of Governors, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for laboratory supplies and equipment to serve its main campus in Morgantown and regional campuses throughout West Virginia. The procurement seeks qualified firms or individuals to supply laboratory and measuring, observing, and testing equipment, as well as medical equipment and accessories and supplies. The RFP was released on March 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM EDT with a submission deadline of May 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT, with proposals remaining sealed until the close time. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to the primary contact, Katie McGuire, at katie.mcguire@mail.wvu.edu or +1 304-293-5711. The University reserves the right to enter into multiple agreements with selected proposers, indicating flexibility in vendor relationships. Supporting documentation required for submission includes a price file, quality assurance worksheet, certificate of liability insurance, and a Debarred Individuals and Prohibited Parties letter and form. The procurement utilizes commodity codes 41000000 and 42000000 for laboratory equipment and medical equipment respectively, and all transactions will be conducted in US dollars through the Jaggaer procurement portal.

The RFP documentation does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular enterprise categories such as disadvantaged or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials. Similarly, no specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the summary documentation, though detailed line items, quantities, and pricing information are contained in the attached price and quality assurance files. Bidders should note that specific evaluation criteria and detailed requirements are referenced in the supporting documentation files, which should be reviewed thoroughly before proposal submission. Prospective vendors should ensure they have access to the Jaggaer procurement portal and can meet all insurance and compliance requirements outlined in the submission package.