Description
The State of Idaho’s Department of Health and Welfare is seeking a qualified vendor to lease an FDA‑approved in‑vitro diagnostic (IVD) test system that can run both respiratory and gastrointestinal panels. The instrument must be bench‑top sized, fully automated, and supported by a full warranty, installation, and on‑site training. The contract is a one‑year lease with the possibility of extensions up to a total of five years, and the State will purchase a minimum of 200 tests per year (≈150 respiratory, 50 GI). Bids are evaluated on lowest total cost and must include all required insurance, certifications, and a signed state signature page.
• Lease includes instrument, reagents, consumables, software, installation, and up to 8 hours of on‑site training.
• Minimum annual test volume: 200 tests (150 respiratory, 50 GI) with no additional purchase commitments.
• Contract term: 1 year, renewable up to 5 years total; rate adjustments may be proposed ≥60 days before renewal.
• Submission via Idaho’s IPRO portal; deadline 6 May 2026 17:00 MT (alternative 7 May 2026 09:00 MT by conference call).
Attached files
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Contact
Staci Phelan(Administrator, Division of Management Services, Bureau of Compliance)
(208) 334-5578