UMass Amherst University Health Services - Clinical Molecular Analyzer

UMass Amherst Health Services is requesting proposals for a Clinical Molecular Analyzer with a multi-year Reagent Rental Agreement under RFP UMAMH-2026-0991, with proposals due July 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The analyzer will support on-campus testing of select viruses and sexually transmitted infections.

MBE/WBE and other diverse suppliers are encouraged to apply and must provide supporting documentation of their certifications.

The scope requires a clinical molecular analyzer and associated multi-year reagent rental agreement compatible with UMass Amherst's on-campus laboratory operations. Respondents must propose firm fixed pricing (FOB UMass, including shipping) formatted as a combined Microsoft Excel file with standard RFX bid tables and pricing attachments, plus a comprehensive PDF proposal document. Proposals must comply with non-negotiable contractual terms in Attachment A, Appendix 1, including indemnification of the University, choice of law under Massachusetts law, confidentiality and privacy compliance, PCI compliance, and specified insurance requirements. Respondents must certify compliance with Massachusetts tax laws, employment security system contributions, workers' compensation, and wage payment requirements. Contractors must obtain University parking permits and comply with campus parking regulations. Submissions are electronic through the UMass Jaggaer BuyWays portal; hard copy submissions will not be accepted.

The University reserves the right to conduct multi-stage evaluation including Best and Final Offers and reverse auctions at its discretion. Selected finalists should be prepared to present proposals within three weeks of the bid response date. Standard payment terms are net forty-five days from invoice receipt. Contract award is contingent on execution of a bilateral agreement acceptable to the University. The contract term and renewal options are specified in Attachment G. The University may extend this opportunity to other campuses across its five-campus system through separate Statements of Work.