Seeking bids for preventative maintenance of BD MAX clinical instruments. Contract duration is from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with potential for three one-year renewals. Services include unlimited onsite field service, parts, labor, travel, and software upgrades. Remedial maintenance requires onsite service within 24 hours. Subcontracting is prohibited. Bids are due August 14, 2026. Evaluation will be based on best value, considering requirements, performance, and price. Historical spend was $18,990 for one year.
Responses must be received by August 14, 2026, 10:30 am Central Time.
Payment will be made in accordance with the pricing provided on Exhibit C. Invoices must include the contract or purchase order number and describe work completed in detail. HHS agency must acknowledge satisfactory performance before approving payment.
Award will be made to the bidder who provides the best value to the state, considering meeting or exceeding requirements, ability to meet performance delivery, and price.
The bidder shall have at least three years of relevant experience. Personnel assigned must have at least two years of relevant experience, be at least 18 years of age, and be fully trained. A minimum of three verifiable references are required.
Questions or clarifications submission deadline is July 31, 2026, 5:00 pm Central Time.
Submitting exceptions to the IFB, including assumptions, could result in disqualification. Failure to comply with communication restrictions or submission requirements may also lead to disqualification.
The historical spend for the same or similar services was $18,990 for a one-year period.