Rebid* - Lab Equipment Services - LDH

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is seeking a service contract for Lab Equipment Services through Solicitation RFx Number 3000024932, with bids due on June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. The procurement is for a one-year contract beginning July 1, 2025, with potential two-year renewal options, covering eight line items of specialized laboratory equipment services. The scope includes maintenance and support for specific ion chromatography equipment such as an AS-AP Autosampler, Detector Compartment, Dual Pump, and Eluent Generator, each requiring a certified technician. The contract includes a comprehensive Unity Essential Support Plan covering field service engineer labor, parts, maintenance visits, technical support, preventive maintenance, and software updates. Deliverables must be made to the OPH Central Laboratory with specific delivery restrictions, including entry through the west gate, a maximum clearance of 14' 6", and no 18-wheeler access. The state intends to award the contract on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the detailed specifications.

The solicitation appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and may be required to submit additional documentation such as a W-9 form and proof of signature authority. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability with specified minimum coverage amounts. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly named, the contract covers highly specialized laboratory equipment services for the Louisiana Department of Health. Electronic payment methods will be utilized, including LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer for larger transactions. The pricing structure requires firm unit prices for a minimum of 60 days, inclusive of transportation, freight, inside delivery, unpacking, assembly, and debris removal. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the complexity of the equipment and support services suggests a significant contract value for the one-year term with potential renewals.