Rush Teledyne T640 PM2. 5 Continuous Monitor

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is procuring one Teledyne API Model T640 PM2.5 Continuous Monitor, a high-resolution particle sensor designed for continuous air quality monitoring and delivery to the Air Quality Planning division at IEPA's Springfield facility. This is a small purchase procurement for air quality monitoring equipment with a posted date of March 19, 2026, and a due date of March 24, 2026. The T640 monitor includes an internal sample pump, flow controller, aerosol sample conditioner, ambient temperature probe, and selected accessories and consumables such as in-line DFU filters, with optional measurement capabilities for PM1 and PM Total measurements available. The quotation specifies a delivery timeframe of 2-4 weeks from the factory in San Diego, California, with an estimated shipping cost of $150. While no specific evaluation criteria are detailed in the procurement documents, the Basic Ordering Agreement establishes that this is a new acquisition under a small purchase procurement method with a one-year contract term. All options, including no-charge options, must be listed on purchase orders to be included, and a two-year standard warranty is included with the analyzer.

This procurement is established as a sole source award with Teledyne API, as confirmed by the manufacturer's authorization letter dated February 11, 2026, which designates Teledyne API as the exclusive supplier of all Teledyne instruments and related spare parts. The contract is funded with federal funds from the fiscal year 2026 funding source, and no minority contractor initiative fees apply as the contract value falls below the $1,000 threshold. All vendors responding must comply with the Standard Illinois Certifications requirements, including 34 distinct compliance areas covering legal eligibility, ethical conduct, labor standards, regulatory compliance, drug-free workplace standards, equal employment opportunity, and various other federal and state regulatory requirements. The contract does not utilize subcontractors, and vendors must maintain appropriate insurance coverage including commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and comply with the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions. The total contract value is $31,674.00 for the single equipment purchase, with an optional fan-ventilated, weatherproof outdoor enclosure available separately at $9,219.00 with a 4-week lead time.