ICP-MS FOR EPA 200.8 ANALYSIS

This solicitation is for the purchase, delivery, and installation of a brand‑new Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP‑MS) system—complete with autosampler and required software—to meet EPA Method 200.8 drinking‑water analysis requirements at the City Utilities Blackman Laboratory in Springfield, MO. The city invites competitive bids, evaluates based on responsiveness and lowest total cost, and requires the winning vendor to provide extensive insurance coverage and meet a delivery schedule (no earlier than 1 Oct 2026 and by 15 Oct 2026). AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES INC was awarded the contract with a bid of $121,376.84. • Scope: One new EPA‑compliant ICP‑MS instrument with autosampler and software, to be installed on site. • Delivery Window: Must not be delivered before 1 Oct 2026; required on‑site by 15 Oct 2026. • Insurance: Mandatory CGL, automobile, workers’ comp, umbrella, and cyber policies with specified limits and City Utilities added as additional insured. • Procurement Method: Invitation‑for‑Bid (full open competition) with electronic submission preferred; bid closing 2 Sept 2026, public opening 30 min later.