SAMPack 120 Backpack Isotope Identifier

The state of Nevada has posted a contract opportunity for a SAMPack 120 Backpack Isotope Identifier. The contract is associated with Churchill County. The procurement calls for the supply of this specialized equipment, which is used for identifying isotopes. The contract term is for up to two years, with optional annual extensions. Bidders must comply with the state's Standard Terms and Conditions for Commodities, which outline requirements such as a 5% preference for Nevada-based businesses, the use of new equipment only, and preferences for energy-efficient products and materials from state-run penal institutions. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on the stated evaluation criteria. The bid submission deadline is April 22, 2019.

The contract opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state grants preferences to certain types of businesses, such as those owned by veterans with service-connected disabilities, but does not limit the pool of potential bidders. The value of the contract is not specified, but the state's purchasing requirements and standard terms provide a framework for the anticipated scope and budget.