MassHunter Workstation

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), specifically the Air Monitoring Division, is seeking to procure 8 MassHunter Workstations for GCMS Systems through a Request for Bid (RFB 582-26-13101-1). The specific procurement requires a USA 200 - For GC/MSD configuration with ChemStation DA from Agilent Technologies, Inc (P/N: M5890AA), to be delivered to the county. Bid submissions are due on September 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with all vendor questions required to be submitted by September 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. Electronic bid submissions must be sent via email to TCEQebid@tceq.texas.gov, with strict requirements that the email include the solicitation number, company name, and precise due date and time. The agency believes the requested items are proprietary to one manufacturer, and only responses that conform exactly to the specified requirements will be considered. Vendors must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) prior to receiving payment and must comply with all TCEQ terms and conditions outlined in the procurement documents.

The solicitation includes several preference options for Texas-based vendors, including preferences for goods produced in Texas and services provided by Texas resident service-disabled veterans. Bidders must comply with multiple state regulations, including cybersecurity training requirements, accessibility standards, and various ethical certifications covering areas such as antitrust compliance and child support obligations. Vendors are required to maintain business continuity plans and meet specific security controls, with representatives needing to complete DIR-certified cybersecurity training when accessing TCEQ computer systems. The bid terms specify firm pricing for 30 days after bid opening and include F.O.B. destination freight requirements. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 8 workstations with specialized scientific monitoring equipment. The state reserves the right to add or subtract line items at the same price rates during the contract term, providing flexibility in the potential contract execution.