Alco Sensor FST

The Washington State Patrol is conducting a competitive procurement under solicitation number WSP EO241169 to acquire Intoximeters Alco-Sensor FST Instruments, along with related mouthpieces, calibration supplies, and maintenance equipment, for an estimated annual value of $55,000 to $70,000 over a maximum 60-month period. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with evaluation criteria emphasizing bid responsiveness, compliance with performance requirements outlined in Exhibit B, and price, supplemented by state-mandated preferences for small, veteran, and minority or women-owned businesses. The procurement process incorporates standard state terms and conditions, including clauses on nondiscrimination, warranties, delivery, and insurance, all governed by RCW 39.26 and related administrative codes. The contract is structured as a purchase order (Exhibit D), with a formal award anticipated by December 8, 2025, and delivery to be FOB Destination, with goods inspected at the delivery location. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to submission instructions, requiring bidders to submit complete, signed proposals in MS Word, Excel, or PDF formats via email to the designated procurement coordinator by November 20, 2025. The bid email must not exceed 30MB, and no zipped files are accepted. Bidders must include all required exhibits, such as certification forms, bidder profiles, performance requirements, pricing schedules, and inclusion plans, with no explicit page limits. The evaluation process prioritizes responsiveness, technical compliance, and price, with preferences adding points for small, veteran, and diverse business participation. Contract administration details specify that invoices should reference the purchase order number, be submitted to the designated address, and be paid within 30 days unless otherwise agreed, with the contractor responsible for safeguarding goods during transit and ensuring timely delivery as per the contract terms.