Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) System

The Benton-Franklin Health District is seeking proposals for a Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) system to be used by its Water Lab for analytical testing of water and environmental samples. The RFP, issued on March 25th, 2025, requires vendors to provide a fully functional LC/MS system capable of high-sensitivity detection for environmental contaminants including PFAS, cyanotoxins, 6PPD-quinone, and pesticides. The procurement also includes associated software, installation, calibration, training, technical support, and a minimum one-year warranty. Proposals are due by 12:00 pm on April 17th, 2025, and will be evaluated using a comprehensive point-based scoring system. The evaluation criteria include technical specifications and system capabilities (35 points), cost competitiveness and value (25 points), training and support (20 points), references and past performance (15 points), and delivery timeline (5 points). The Benton-Franklin Health District intends to award the contract based on initial proposals without extensive negotiations, though they reserve the right to discuss contract terms with the highest-ranked proposer.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondents are explicitly mentioned, the RFP indicates the contract will be funded through a state fund, requiring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200). The procurement covers the Environmental Health Department and Environmental Water Laboratory located in Kennewick, Washington, serving Benton and Franklin Counties. The total contract value is not specified in the documentation, leaving potential bidders to prepare competitive proposals based on the detailed technical requirements. The successful vendor will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive LC/MS solution that meets the strict analytical testing needs of the health district's water laboratory. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are noted in the available documentation, suggesting this may be a new equipment acquisition to enhance the laboratory's current capabilities.