Maintenance and Service of Gas Chromatography Laboratory Equipment

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is issuing a Request for Qualifications and Quotations (RFQQ) for maintenance and repair services for gas chromatography instruments manufactured by Agilent Technologies. The procurement covers preventative maintenance and repair services for laboratory equipment located across multiple WSP facilities in Seattle, Federal Way, Cheney, Marysville, Tacoma, and Vancouver. Specific deliverables include on-site maintenance, technical support, software updates, and equipment troubleshooting for gas chromatography systems. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating technician training, equipment maintenance procedures, parts replacement capabilities, and detailed technical approaches. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 24, 2025, at 9:00 am Pacific Time, with final proposals due by September 18, 2025. The evaluation will consider technical qualifications, experience, quality assurance approaches, and overall value, with the contract period running from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, and potential extensions up to five years.

The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and minority-owned businesses, though no minimum participation levels are mandated. While specific set-aside designations are not strictly enforced, there is a preference for certified diverse businesses. The contract has a maximum award value of $1,000,000 and includes specific requirements for insurance, background checks, and diversity participation. Bidders must provide detailed pricing structures covering preventative maintenance, repair services, and potential additional repair costs. Successful contractors will be required to adhere to strict laboratory standards and security protocols. The procurement covers multiple gas chromatography systems across various laboratory locations, indicating a comprehensive service requirement that demands significant technical expertise and operational flexibility from potential contractors.