Multi-Gas Calibrators

The State of Missouri, specifically the Department of Natural Resources Environmental Services Program, is seeking to procure three multi-gas calibrators through an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) with solicitation number IFBC30034901900040. The calibrators are required for dynamic calibration of instruments at state monitoring sites, with a comprehensive set of technical specifications. These devices must automatically perform zero, precision, span checks, and multi-point calibrations using various gases including carbon monoxide, ozone, sulfur dioxide, nitric oxide, isopropyl nitrate, N-propyl nitrate, and nitrogen dioxide. The technical requirements are extensive, mandating two thermal mass flow controllers, an ozone generation module, mixing chamber, photometer, three-port glass output manifold, reaction chamber, four gas inlet ports, and one dilution inlet port. Key performance specifications include flow accuracy of 1.0% from 10-100% of full scale flow, repeatability of 0.05%, an operating temperature range of 0-50C, maximum weight of 30 pounds, and power requirements of 115 VAC @ 60 Hertz. The bid period ran from July 5, 2018, to July 18, 2018, with responses due by 3:00 PM CDT, and the initial contract period is set from September 20, 2018, through September 19, 2019, with two potential renewal options.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, appearing to be open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation. The procurement allows for both electronic submission through the MissouriBUYS system and hard copy submissions to the Division of Purchasing. Delivery terms are FOB Destination to the Department of Natural Resources Environmental Services Program in Jefferson City, Missouri, with payment terms of Net 45 Days. While specific award values or budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation requires vendors to provide firm, fixed pricing for the initial contract period and two potential renewal periods. The State will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the requirement that no negative bid values are allowed and all line items must be included in the total bid. The successful vendor must provide the calibrators with all necessary special tools for adjustment and servicing, ensuring comprehensive support for the equipment.