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Single Source Procurement of VIDAS KUBE Modular Immunoassay System for Food Safety Laboratory

This procurement opportunity is for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Food Safety, Bureau of Laboratories, to acquire new modular immunoassay laboratory equipment. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) - Division of Food Safety, Bureau of Laboratories - OEM Highlight: - bioMérieux, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and supplier for the requested equipment - Products Requested: - Six (6) VIDAS KUBE modular immunoassay instrument system modules - Five (5) VIDAS KUBE Industry modules (part number 423905) - One (1) VC VIDAS KUBE Industry module (part number 4707556, includes operating system computer) - Purpose and Requirements: - Replacement of obsolete laboratory equipment to maintain regulatory compliance and emergency response capability - Equipment must support rapid detection of foodborne pathogens using AOAC validated methods and proprietary test kits - High throughput: system supports up to 72 concurrent assays - VIDAS KUBE is the only manufacturer-supported successor compatible with existing laboratory methods - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $95,241.49 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - 407 S. Calhoun Street, SB-8 Mayo Building, Tallahassee, FL 32399

Description

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) intends to make a single source procurement for replacement of obsolete modular laboratory equipment, specifically the VIDAS KUBE modular immunoassay instrument system. This system is essential for rapid detection of foodborne pathogens using existing AOAC validated methods and is the sole manufacturer-supported successor to the current obsolete instrument. The procurement includes six VIDAS KUBE modules and aims to maintain regulatory compliance and emergency response capabilities without requiring method redevelopment or revalidation. Prospective vendors are invited to provide relevant information by April 29, 2026, to demonstrate their ability to supply the described commodities or services.

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