P24-1435

The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Division of Measurement Standards is conducting a Request for Quote (RFQ) for two specialized scientific instruments: an Automatic Freezepoint Analyzer and an Ion Chromatography system. The procurement is specifically for the enforcement of Business and Professions Code Division 5, Chapters 14 and 15, and is aimed at analyzing alternative fuel vehicle products, specifically Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV). The solicitation requires a Koehler Freezing Point Apparatus (KLA-8 model, 115V) conforming to ASTM D1177 standards and a Thermo Scientific Ion Chromatography system with specific technical capabilities. The RFQ will be awarded on an "All or None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with submissions due by April 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM PT. The instruments will be delivered to the CDFA Division of Measurement Standards located in Anaheim, California, with shipping designated as FOB Destination and freight prepaid by the contractor.

The procurement is restricted to California-certified Small Business (SB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) vendors, with mandatory submission of several certifications including a Commercially Useful Function Statement, Bidder Declaration, Recycled Content Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and California Civil Rights Laws Certification. Bidders must provide quotes with specific SKU numbers and can only offer new equipment. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the state reserves the right to terminate contracts related to economic sanctions or generative AI risks. The solicitation emphasizes ethical business practices and compliance with California's civil rights laws. The procurement process requires detailed technical specifications and adherence to state procurement guidelines, with a focus on supporting small and disabled veteran-owned businesses in the competitive bidding process.