Science Supplies

Eastern Suffolk BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) has issued Bid #2026-055-0911 for science supplies, targeting educational institutions within Suffolk County, New York. The procurement seeks to establish a contract with qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive range of scientific equipment and materials for various educational disciplines including Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Investigations, General Lab Supplies, and Physics. The bid encompasses approximately 204 distinct items, with quantities ranging from 0 to 680 units, and includes microscope slides, preserved specimens, laboratory equipment, safety gear, and scientific investigation kits aligned with New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards. The bid opening is scheduled for September 11, 2025, with an anticipated contract term from November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026, and potential for four additional one-year renewals. Vendors must submit bids electronically through the Empire State Bid System, meeting specific compliance requirements and providing detailed product specifications. The procurement allows for alternate/equivalent items and requires vendors to complete comprehensive pricing information in the provided cost proposal spreadsheet.

The contract opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must meet various compliance requirements, including submission of a W-9 form, non-collusive bidding certification, and adherence to state laws such as the Iran Divestment Act. Price adjustments during renewal terms are limited to the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) for the Northeast Region, with increases capped at 2% if CPI is under 5% and up to 4% if CPI is 5% or higher. There is a $100 minimum order requirement, and vendors are expected to include shipping and handling in their pricing. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a potentially significant procurement value covering science supplies for multiple educational institutions. Vendors will be required to provide usage reports detailing purchases and may be subject to multi-drop delivery requirements without additional charges. The cooperative bidding program allows multiple school districts and municipalities in Suffolk County to potentially participate in the resulting contract.