TBS Labs Lab Supplies

The State of Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is soliciting quick quotes for laboratory supplies to be used at the Thompson Bishop Sparks Lab located in Auburn, Alabama. The procurement specifically seeks detailed laboratory equipment including Fisherbrand Microcentrifruge Tube Racks, Thermo Scientific Nalgene Unwire Test Tubes in multiple sizes (13mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm, and 30mm), a USA Scientific ErgoOne Carousel stand, and USA Scientific 2mL deep 96-well PP Plates. The solicitation requires suppliers to bid on all listed items, with each item having specific catalog numbers and quantity requirements. This procurement opportunity is open to suppliers who can provide the exact specifications for these scientific research materials. The quote submission deadline is March 28, 2025, with the opportunity originally posted on March 21, 2025. Suppliers must follow the detailed submission guidelines outlined in the Standard Terms and Conditions document, which includes mandatory registration in Alabama Buys and electronic quote submission through the Public Solicitation site.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise preferences are explicitly mentioned in the documents, suppliers must meet several state-specific requirements to be eligible. Vendors must be enrolled in the E-Verify program, comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, and demonstrate compliance with state taxation and business regulations. The procurement documents indicate that the state reserves the right to conduct cost analysis, request additional documentation, and inspect products before final acceptance. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement appears to be for a standard laboratory supply order covering multiple types of research equipment and consumables. Potential vendors should carefully review the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate document, which provides comprehensive guidelines on participation, legal requirements, and procurement protocols for this state contract opportunity.