UV Analyzers

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), specifically its Air Monitoring Division, is soliciting bids for two UV HOUND Analyzers through Request for Bid (RFB) Number 582-25-08950. The procurement involves acquiring specialized Ultraviolet Differential Optical Absorption Spectrometers (UV-DOAS) for continuous volatile organic compounds (VOC) monitoring, with specific technical requirements including a lower detection limit of 1.0 ppbv for benzene, a UV spectral range of 200-400 nanometers, and compliance with 2023 EPA Hazardous Air Pollutants standards. The required deliverables include two UV HOUND Analyzers (Cerex P/N: Hound-FR), two storage cases, two sample filters, a comprehensive one-year warranty, onsite service, and two days of on-site training and instrumentation set-up. The bid is due on July 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with potential vendors allowed to submit electronic questions until June 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST to TCEQbid@tceq.texas.gov. The instrument must meet precise specifications, including dimensions not exceeding 22.00" x 13.81" x 13.81" x 9.00", a weight under 55 pounds, and an integrated touchscreen PC with Windows 10 or 11.

The solicitation includes multiple preference considerations under 34 TAC Rule 20.38, prioritizing goods produced in Texas, USA-produced supplies, products from persons with disabilities, and recycled/environmentally sensitive materials. There is a strong emphasis on HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting, with vendors required to make immediate notification to TCEQ if subcontracting opportunities arise and demonstrate good faith efforts in subcontracting compliance. Vendors must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) and comply with state regulations, including prohibitions on doing business with certain sanctioned entities. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves specialized scientific equipment and comprehensive training services. The bid allows for "or equal" alternatives to the specified Cerex products, providing some flexibility for potential vendors. Vendors must also complete various certifications, including non-boycott pledges, cybersecurity training compliance, and declarations regarding prohibited technologies, reflecting the rigorous standards of the Texas state procurement process.