San Mateo County PrepFiler Kits for DNA Extraction Quote 2026
San Mateo County, San Mateo County, CA·County
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- Primary Contact
- Alice Hilker · (650) 312-5540
- Scope Location
- Redwood City, CA
- Submission Address
- San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, 330 Bradford Street, Redwood City, CA, 94063
SUMMARY
The County of San Mateo is seeking quotations for four (4) PrepFiler Auto BTA Forensic DNA extraction kits, each for 960 samples (ThermoFisher Catalog # 4463354). Vendors must provide a competitive quotation including accurate lead times, freight, and delivery costs. Evaluation will be based on cost, conformity to specifications, and product availability. The County intends to issue a purchase order to the lowest responsive bid from a qualified, authorized manufacturer or publisher. Submissions are due by August 26, 2026, to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Pricing Bid Table, Competitive quotation, Lead times, Freight and delivery costs
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Quote from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, 330 Bradford Street, Redwood City, CA, 94063. For questions, contact Alice Hilker.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost, conformity to specifications of goods, product availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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. Review the full document from San Mateo County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo County in CA, 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 Quote 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 Alice Hilker at (650) 312-5540. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Redwood City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pricing Bid Table, Competitive quotation, Lead times, Freight and delivery costs. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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