RFQ #2021-53 Calibration of Various Laboratory Equipment

Clackamas County Water Environment Services (WES) has issued Request for Quotes (RFQ) #2021-53 for calibration services of laboratory equipment across five county recovery facilities. The procurement seeks a qualified firm to provide comprehensive calibration and certification services for various scientific instruments, including thermometers, meters, weights, and spectrophotometers located at Kellogg Wastewater Treatment Plant, Tri City Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Hoodland Wastewater Treatment Facility. Key deliverables include precise equipment calibration, certification documentation, and on-call technical support, with specific requirements for service scheduling within two weeks and a maximum 14-business-day turnaround for equipment processing. The evaluation criteria will assess bidders based on experience, staff qualifications, technical expertise, pricing structure, and professional references. Quotes were due by July 28, 2021, at 2:00 PM, with interested contractors required to submit comprehensive proposals detailing their firm's capabilities, relevant experience, and proposed approach to meeting the county's laboratory equipment calibration needs.

The RFQ does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors are directly mentioned in the available documentation. The solicitation appears open to qualified professional calibration service firms with demonstrated expertise in scientific instrument certification. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the procurement suggests a targeted, specialized service contract focused on maintaining precise measurement standards across multiple wastewater treatment facilities. The scope indicates multiple potential calibration requirements across five recovery facilities, which implies a potentially recurring or multi-year service engagement. Interested vendors would need to demonstrate technical proficiency, reliable turnaround times, and competitive pricing to be considered for the contract award.