Notice Of Intent To Sole Source By: Department of Environmental Services

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (DES) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a contract to Agilent Technologies Inc. for the maintenance, repair, and software updates of its Gas Chromatograph (GC) and Mass Spectrometer (MS) laboratory systems used in compliance monitoring. This sole‑source award is justified under SC Code Ann. §11‑35‑1560 and will cover hardware servicing, software upgrades, and ongoing technical support for the existing analytical instruments. The agency seeks a single vendor capable of providing specialized expertise and parts specific to Agilent GC/MS platforms, ensuring minimal downtime and continued regulatory compliance. • Scope: Full lifecycle maintenance (preventive, corrective, and software) for GC and MS equipment. • Value: Contract amount of approximately $122,859.07. • Vendor: Agilent Technologies Inc., the original equipment manufacturer, ensures proprietary parts and expert service.