05627Y0267-Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometers

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is seeking to procure eight (8) Nicolet Apex Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectrometers to support forensic analysis of cocaine caseloads and training samples. The department has identified Fisher Scientific Company LLC (Thermo Fisher) as the sole manufacturer of these proprietary instruments and intends to negotiate a sole‑source contract. Interested vendors other than Thermo Fisher may still submit an Expression of Interest, but the NYPD believes Thermo Fisher is the only legally authorized source for the specified equipment. • Quantity: 8 brand‑specific Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometers • Intended use: forensic analysis of cocaine evidence and training material • Procurement method: sole‑source negotiation with Thermo Fisher (Fisher Scientific) • Timeline: RFx released 10/21/2026, submission deadline 11/4/2026, contract anticipated to start 1/1/2027 and run through 12/31/2027