Award
California eProcure #25-CLS-0740
Request for Quotation (RFQ) 25-CLS-0740 - Digital PCR System & Accessories
Recipient
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
Awarded
May 28, 2026
Identifier
25-CLS-0740
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH), under the State of California Health and Human Services Agency, is procuring a Digital PCR System and Accessories through solicitation number 25-CLS-0740. The awarded products include: 2 units of QX600 AutoDG Droplet Digital PCR System or equal, 1 unit of Genomics Training, 3 units of QX600 Digital PCR System with Auto DG and 1-year full onsite extended cover service plan, 8 units of PTC Tempo Deepwell Thermal Cycler 96-deepwell or equal, 12 units of PTC Tempo OS with 1-year full onsite extended cover service plan, and various consumables such as Advanced Kit for Probes (72 kits), Automated Droplet Generator Cartridges (18 packs), PCR Plate Heat Seal foil (5 packs), Automated Droplet Generation Oil for Probes (18 packs), ddPCR Droplet Reader Oil (20 bottles), and Pipet Tips for the AutoDG System (18 packs). The contract requires new equipment, FOB destination delivery to CDPH at 850 Marina Bay Parkway, Richmond, CA 94804, with delivery scheduled by June 15, 2026. The contractor must provide installation services including shipment within 6-8 weeks after purchase order approval, installation within 2 weeks after delivery, demonstration of analytical performance, and on-site training for six staff over two days. The period of performance includes acceptance of equipment installation and a five-year warranty period. The solicitation includes compliance with California small business preferences, disabled veteran business enterprise incentives, recycled content requirements, and generative AI disclosure. The contract also mandates adherence to the Darfur Contracting Act and other state procurement regulations. The place of performance and delivery is the Drinking Water & Radiation Laboratory Branch at the specified Richmond address. The solicitation emphasizes specification compliance, new equipment, and all-inclusive pricing with no additional shipping charges.
Description
The California Department of Public Health intends to award a contract for the purchase of a Digital PCR System & Accessories. The award will be made to the lowest cost bidder meeting all requirements. The awarded supplier is Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.