Rebid* - Liaison XL Services - LDH

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Liaison XL Services for the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), specifically seeking service for two Liaison XL units with serial numbers 2210003400 and 2210003534. The contract will initially run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding a total of 36 months. The procurement requires OEM certified technicians to provide unlimited repair visits, comprehensive repair service and parts coverage, preventative maintenance, and 24-hour telephone support. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the LaGov vendor portal by June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with the solicitation being proprietary and only accepting the specified brand and model. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the detailed specifications. Evaluation will focus on compliance with technical requirements, pricing, and adherence to state procurement guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, anti-discrimination provisions, and E-Verify compliance. Contractors will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability with specified minimum limits. The state intends to make payments electronically, utilizing the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for larger transactions. Invoices should be emailed to DHH-OPHLaboratory_AccountsReceivable@la.gov. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the contract appears focused on maintaining specific medical laboratory equipment with ongoing service and maintenance requirements.