City of El Paso Veterinary Reference Lab Services for Zoo, 2027-0198 (Re-Bid)
City of El PasoCity · El Paso, TX- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Venessa L. Lagunas
- (915) 335-5883
The 30-second brief
The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for veterinary reference laboratory diagnostics and testing services primarily for the Zoo under solicitation number 2027-0198. The scope includes routine small and large animal CBC/chemistry panels, complete urinalysis, cytology, aerobic culture and sensitivity, fecal enteric pathogen culture, avian and reptile CBC/chemistry panels, avian bile acids, and urine cortisol/creatinine ratio testing. The estimated annual budget is $60,000.00, with a contract term including potential option years. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on November 12, 2026, and a question deadline of November 18, 2026. Submissions must be delivered to the City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department.
Routine small animal CBC/chemistry panel, Large animal CBC/chemistry, Complete urinalysis, Cytology with microscopic description, Aerobic culture and sensitivity, Fecal enteric pathogen culture, Avian CBC/chemistry, Avian bile acids, Reptile CBC/chemistry, Urine cortisol/creatinine ratio
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Summary
The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for veterinary reference laboratory diagnostics and testing services primarily for the Zoo under solicitation number 2027-0198.
The scope includes routine small and large animal CBC/chemistry panels, complete urinalysis, cytology, aerobic culture and sensitivity, fecal enteric pathogen culture, avian and reptile CBC/chemistry panels, avian bile acids, and urine cortisol/creatinine ratio testing. The estimated annual budget is $60,000.00, with a contract term including potential option years. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on November 12, 2026, and a question deadline of November 18, 2026. Submissions must be delivered to the City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Low Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Routine small animal CBC/chemistry panel
- Large animal CBC/chemistry
- Complete urinalysis
- Cytology with microscopic description
- Aerobic culture and sensitivity
- Fecal enteric pathogen culture
- Avian CBC/chemistry
- Avian bile acids
- Reptile CBC/chemistry
- Urine cortisol/creatinine ratio
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Subcontractor and/or Supplier Identification
- Non-Collusion and Business Disclosure Affidavit
- Indebtedness Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Terrorist Organizations & Boycotting of Israel
- Certification Regarding Boycotting of Energy Company
- Certification Regarding Discrimination Against Firearm & Ammunition Industries
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ)
- Disclosure of Campaign Contributions and Donations Form
- Disclosure of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
- Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (Form W-9)
- Bid Submittal & Signature Page
- Submit to
- City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department, 300 N. Campbell, 1st Floor, El Paso, TX 79901-1153
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- El Paso, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of El Paso?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department, 300 N. Campbell, 1st Floor, El Paso, TX 79901-1153. For questions, contact Venessa L. Lagunas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of El Paso in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Venessa L. Lagunas at (915) 335-5883. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Routine small animal CBC/chemistry panel, Large animal CBC/chemistry, Complete urinalysis, Cytology with microscopic description, Aerobic culture and sensitivity, Fecal enteric pathogen culture, Avian CBC/chemistry, Avian bile acids, Reptile CBC/chemistry, Urine cortisol/creatinine ratio. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Low Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of El Paso?
All active and historical solicitations from City of El Paso are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of El Paso regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Subcontractor and/or Supplier Identification, Non-Collusion and Business Disclosure Affidavit, Indebtedness Affidavit, Certification Regarding Terrorist Organizations & Boycotting of Israel, Certifica. Review the full document from City of El Paso for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Paso, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.