DEQ AQ LEAD Nephelometers

The State of Oregon, on behalf of the Department of Environmental Quality, is seeking competitive sealed bids for up to 50 FEM‑certified nephelometers used for ambient air monitoring. The contract is structured as a 10‑year price agreement with a first‑order delivery target of up to 20 instruments by 30 April 2027, followed by additional purchase‑order deliveries. The contract includes technical support and repair services, requires data compatibility with DEQ’s EnviDAS system, and imposes standard Oregon procurement preferences and compliance requirements. • Up to 50 nephelometers (first batch ≤ 20) with ≥ 2‑wavelength capability, internal heater, and user‑calibratable features. • Equipment must be Federal Equivalent Method (FEM) certified for PM₂.5 and integrate with EnviDAS data‑acquisition software. • Contractor must provide technical support/repair, maintain warranty, and comply with insurance, indemnification, and record‑keeping obligations. • Competitive sealed bidding; award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; contract term 10 years with optional extensions.