P24-0894 - GC-MSD with Markes

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a sophisticated laboratory equipment procurement focused on a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) system with Markes sample introduction capabilities. The specific procurement (P24-0894) involves acquiring a comprehensive analytical system including a UNITY-xr with CIA Advantage-xr, Kori-xr water management device, Agilent 8890 GC System, 5977C Inert Plus MSD Turbo EI Bundle, and related components for analyzing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in ambient air collected in canisters. The system must be installed at 3292 Meadowview Road in Sacramento and match a previously purchased system, with specific requirements including a CP-Select 624 CB column (60 m x 0.32 mm x 1.8 µm). Key deliverables include full system delivery, installation, and validation by the contractor, who must ensure the equipment is new and of the latest model. Critical procurement dates include question submissions due by February 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM PT, with answers published on March 3, 2025, and final proposal responses due by March 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM PT.

The solicitation includes a 5% preference for certified small businesses and allows non-small businesses to claim evaluation points for having at least 25% small business subcontractor participation. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program requirements are technically waived, DVBE incentives still apply during evaluation. The procurement follows standard California state contracting terms, including FOB Destination delivery, with payment processed under the California Prompt Payment Act (within 45 days after goods acceptance). Bidders must include all freight and handling charges in unit pricing, and the contract will be awarded on an "all or none" basis. The contract manager, Michael S. Gross, can be contacted at (916) 539-1232 for additional information. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the detailed equipment specifications suggest a high-value technical procurement targeting specialized scientific laboratory equipment for environmental analysis.