UHPLC/Tandem Mass Spec

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), is seeking bids for the procurement of an ultra-high-performance liquid chromatograph (UHPLC) with a triple-quad mass spectrometer detector setup to perform per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) analysis for fish tissue samples and water samples. The contract will be for a one-time purchase with no renewals, and the total term shall not exceed ten years. The vendor must demonstrate that the instrument can meet all performance criteria specified in the methods USEPA 533, 537.1, and 1633. The vendor must also provide comprehensive installation, training, and technical support services. The pricing shall be submitted in a specific format with line items for the equipment, an optional 3-5 year warranty, and an optional 5-10 year warranty. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted by November 29th at 5:00 PM CST, and the bids are due on December 6, 2021.

There are no small business set-aside, minority contractor initiative, or veteran small business participation goals stated in the Invitation for Bid (IFB). The contract will be funded by the State of Illinois, and the awarded vendor, Agilent Technologies, Inc., will be required to commence work within 60 days of the award. The previous contract for this equipment was awarded to Agilent Technologies, Inc. for a total amount of $515,450.79.