NJDOH Preventative Maintenance Service Agreement for BD MAX Systems - RFQ #09-11-26-39DPA
Department of Health | State of New JerseyState · Trenton, NJ- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), Division of Public Health and Environmental Laboratories (PHEL), is soliciting quotes for a comprehensive preventative maintenance service agreement covering two (2) Becton Dickinson Molecular Analysis and extraction (BD MAX) systems. The BD MAX instruments are fully integrated automated platforms combining automated sample lysis, DNA/RNA extraction, and fluorescent real-time PCR detection for Candida auris testing, which is regulated under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). Services required include annual preventative maintenance, inspection, cleaning, calibration verification, functional testing, and unscheduled emergency repairs with a 48-hour on-site response time. The base contract term is three (3) years with up to two (2) one-year extension options. Quotes are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and written questions are due by September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Submissions must be sent via email to [email protected].
Two (2) BD MAX Systems Preventative Maintenance Service Agreement, Inspection, Cleaning, Calibration verification, Functional testing, Unscheduled and emergency repairs
Technical evaluation based on understanding and ability to complete the requirements of the Scope of Work, Price evaluation based on total quote price from the State-Supplied Price Sheet
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Summary
The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), Division of Public Health and Environmental Laboratories (PHEL), is soliciting quotes for a comprehensive preventative maintenance service agreement covering two (2) Becton Dickinson Molecular Analysis and extraction (BD MAX) systems.
The BD MAX instruments are fully integrated automated platforms combining automated sample lysis, DNA/RNA extraction, and fluorescent real-time PCR detection for Candida auris testing, which is regulated under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). Services required include annual preventative maintenance, inspection, cleaning, calibration verification, functional testing, and unscheduled emergency repairs with a 48-hour on-site response time. The base contract term is three (3) years with up to two (2) one-year extension options. Quotes are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and written questions are due by September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Submissions must be sent via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical evaluation based on understanding and ability to complete the requirements of the Scope of Work, Price evaluation based on total quote price from the State-Supplied Price Sheet
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Two (2) BD MAX Systems Preventative Maintenance Service Agreement
- Inspection
- Cleaning
- Calibration verification
- Functional testing
- Unscheduled and emergency repairs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- NJDOH Offer and Acceptance Page
- State of New Jersey Combined Standard Terms and Conditions
- Ownership Disclosure Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Disclosure of Investigations and Other Actions Involving Bidder Form
- MacBride Principles Form
- Service Performance Within the United States Form
- Confidentiality/Commitment to Defend Form
- Subcontractor Utilization Plan
- Vendor/Bidder Certification and Political Contribution Disclosure Form (Chapter 271)
- Affirmative Action Employee Information Report or Certificate
- Business Registration Certificate
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Technical Quote
- State-Supplied Price Sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
- Reported agency
- State of New Jersey Department of Health
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Department of Health | State of New Jersey?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Department of Health | State of New Jersey in NJ, 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 RFQ 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) BD MAX Systems Preventative Maintenance Service Agreement, Inspection, Cleaning, Calibration verification, Functional testing, Unscheduled and emergency repairs. 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: "Technical evaluation based on understanding and ability to complete the requirements of the Scope of Work, Price evaluation based on total quote price from the State-Supplied Price Sheet" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: NJDOH Offer and Acceptance Page, State of New Jersey Combined Standard Terms and Conditions, Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Disclosure of Investigations a. Review the full document from Department of Health | State of New Jersey for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.