TBS Lab Supplies

The State of Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is seeking quotes for laboratory supplies for the Thomas Bishop Sparks Laboratory located in Auburn, Alabama. The procurement opportunity specifically targets specialized pipette and laboratory equipment, including Gilson Pipetman Tipack Filter Tips, Gilson Pipetman Diamond Blister Refill Filtered pipette tips, Gilson Universal Multichannel Stand, Gilson Tip Empty Rack for Pipet Tips, and USA Scientific Inc ErgoOne Carousel Stand. The solicitation is jurisdiction-specific to Limestone County and has been posted on March 7, 2025, with a response deadline of March 12, 2025. Potential vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through the Supplier Portal. Suppliers will need to provide detailed quotations for the specified laboratory equipment and include associated freight costs for delivery to the 890 Simms Road Auburn, AL facility. The procurement process will require strict adherence to the Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate terms and conditions, which outline comprehensive guidelines for state procurement.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, which includes E-Verify program enrollment and documentation requirements. Suppliers will need to provide documentation within 5 calendar days of notification and certify compliance with state tax collection requirements. While no specific budget range is detailed in the available documentation, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing for the laboratory equipment. The state reserves the right to analyze bid cost realism, request supplier qualification documentation, and inspect products before final acceptance. Potential suppliers should carefully review the attached Standard Terms and Conditions document, which provides extensive details about participation requirements, legal protections, payment terms, and state-specific procurement regulations.