MIDAS III-PLUS AUTO STAINER- T-Specs

The State of California is conducting a competitive procurement for a MIDAS III-PLUS Auto Stainer with technical specifications (T-Specs) through Request for Bid (RFB) number RFB-IS-26200706. This solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply and deliver an automated tissue staining system designed for laboratory applications. The equipment must meet all detailed technical requirements outlined in the T-Specs documentation, including specifications for automated stain application, processing capacity, reliability standards, safety features, and integration capabilities with existing laboratory systems. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive proposals that address the full cost of equipment procurement, installation, training, and ongoing support services, demonstrating compliance with all specified technical requirements through detailed product documentation and performance data. The solicitation establishes a competitive bidding process with a posted date of March 9, 2026, and a proposal due date of March 25, 2026. Prospective vendors must complete and submit all required documentation, including the standardized Appendix A Purchasing Form, to be considered for award. The evaluation process will assess bidder qualifications, proposed equipment configurations, pricing competitiveness, warranty terms, technical support capabilities, and post-sale service commitments against the established technical benchmarks and performance expectations.

The procurement incorporates California's Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) certification requirements, and interested vendors must complete and submit the CBE Form as part of their bidding documentation to demonstrate eligibility and compliance with state procurement regulations. This certification requirement establishes a framework for confirming contractor eligibility and participation status in the competitive process. While the solicitation documents do not specify designated set-asides for small businesses or other disadvantaged enterprise categories, the CBE certification process serves as a compliance verification mechanism for California procurement standards. The available solicitation materials do not reference any incumbent contractors, current equipment performance metrics, or specific budget allocations for this acquisition. Award value and contract term information are not detailed in the posted opportunity summary, though this information is presumed to be contained within the full RFB-IS-26200706 solicitation document. Interested vendors should review all attached solicitation materials thoroughly to identify specific pricing requirements, contract duration, renewal or extension options, and any applicable funding source details relevant to their proposal preparation.