Membrane Filters

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Monitoring Division is soliciting bids for Membrane Filters under Solicitation Number 582-25-08668, with proposals due on May 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The procurement seeks 75 Mitex Membrane filters (100 pack), specifically Millipore Part # LSWP04700 or an equivalent, to support air monitoring data collection requirements mandated by the US Environmental Protection Agency's 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 58. The technical specifications require hydrophobic, 47 mm diameter membrane filters with a 5.0 µm pore size, 170 µm thickness, and a plain Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) surface. Potential bidders must submit electronic bids with complete vendor identification, including Employer Identification Number (EIN) and DUNS Number. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by April 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST to the designated TCEQ contact email.

The procurement includes several vendor preference provisions, allowing bidders to claim advantages for goods produced in Texas, products for persons with disabilities, or items meeting specific environmental and economic criteria. The solicitation emphasizes vendor compliance with multiple state statutory requirements, including certifications related to antitrust laws, child support obligations, and conflict of interest provisions. Vendors must demonstrate cybersecurity training, maintain business continuity plans, and meet specific technological and security controls. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement appears focused on a targeted, specialized scientific equipment acquisition. The bid terms indicate preferences for Texas-based vendors and include comprehensive legal and operational requirements that vendors must satisfy to be considered eligible for contract award.