The City of Mobile is seeking bids for the purchase of a spectrometer, specifically the Apex R7 Raman Spectrometer. The device should have a spectral range of 300-2200 cm-¹, spectral resolution of less than 14 cm−1, and be able to detect various substances including drugs, narcotics, and explosives. The city will purchase a minimum of one item, and the bid will be awarded on an all-or-none basis. The successful bidder will be required to provide verification of enrollment in the E-Verify program and may need to obtain a Certificate of Authority to do business in the State of Alabama. • The spectrometer should have a spectral range of 300-2200 cm-¹ and spectral resolution of less than 14 cm−1 • The device should be able to detect various substances including drugs, narcotics, and explosives • The city will purchase a minimum of one item • The bid will be awarded on an all-or-none basis • The successful bidder will be required to provide verification of enrollment in the E-Verify program • The successful bidder may need to obtain a Certificate of Authority to do business in the State of Alabama