Lab Supplies-Services (WFP) / DPW

The City of Worcester is seeking a single vendor to supply a complete set of laboratory consumables required for microbiological testing of water at its Water Filtration Plant. The contract is a sealed‑bid, lowest‑price award for a one‑year term, with potential renewal options. The scope includes chromogenic substrate media (18‑hour and 24‑hour), sterile polystyrene sampling vessels, multi‑well MPN sample trays (97‑well and 51‑well), and comparator vessels. All items must be delivered in the quantities specified and meet detailed technical specifications (e.g., UV‑transparent, sterilized, volume accuracy). The bidder must also satisfy insurance, certification, and compliance requirements (e.g., CORI, gender‑identity policy, wage‑theft certification). • Supplies: 18‑hr & 24‑hr chromogenic media, sterile sampling bottles, 97‑well & 51‑well MPN trays, comparator vessels. • Quantity: Approximately 14 cases of 200‑unit media, 14 cases of 200 bottles, 14 cases of 100‑well trays, plus smaller trays and single comparator units. • Contract term: Dec 16 2026 – Dec 15 2027 (1 year) with optional renewals; award to lowest responsible bid ($30,420.56 total for winning vendor).