# El Paso Ionwave #2027-0198

Veterinary Reference Laboratory Diagnostics and Testing for the City of El Paso Zoo

**Posted:** November 03, 2026
**Respond By:** December 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 2027-0198
**NAICS:** 541380

The City of El Paso is seeking veterinary reference laboratory testing services primarily for its Zoo.
- **Buyer:** City of El Paso, Texas, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department; Zoo.
- **Scope:** Veterinary diagnostic and testing services ordered as needed. No fixed quantities or part numbers are provided, and bidders must price every listed service; one award covers all items.
  - Routine small-animal CBC/chemistry panel, including SDMA; large-animal CBC/chemistry panel.
  - Complete urinalysis; cytology with microscopic description and three slides; aerobic culture and sensitivity; fecal enteric pathogen culture for Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter.
  - Avian CBC/chemistry panel and bile-acid testing; reptile CBC/chemistry panel; urine cortisol/creatinine ratio testing.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No required or preferred OEMs, manufacturers, or service vendors are named.
- **Budget and term:** Estimated annual budget is $60,000. The initial term is three years, with a possible two-year extension at the same unit prices.
- **Notable requirement:** Shipping, freight, and handling are reimbursed as documented pass-through costs at the contractor’s actual net cost.

### Description

The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for veterinary reference laboratory diagnostics and testing, primarily for the Zoo. The scope includes routine small- and large-animal testing, urinalysis, cytology, cultures, and specified avian and reptile testing. One award will be made for all items, and bidders must bid on all items to remain responsive. The bid form states an estimated annual budget of $60,000 and provides for two additional years at the same unit prices if the extension option is exercised.

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