BCL-G26-Portable Incubators-Darwin Chambers-Micro

The Bureau of Clinical Laboratories in Alabama is seeking to purchase four portable incubators of the NQ16 model, which are designed to operate at a chamber temperature of 37°C with adjustable settings. These incubators are heat-only units equipped with features such as high temperature cutoff and alarms for high and low temperatures, and they include double wall foam insulation for better temperature stability. Additionally, there is an option to add rechargeable battery packs to each incubator, consisting of lightweight lithium-iron phosphate batteries and chargers, with a capacity of 12.8V 6.5Ah (83.2Whr). The procurement requires that all items be shipped promptly, with the order ready to ship within 10 business days after the purchase order is awarded, emphasizing the importance of timely delivery to avoid disruptions in laboratory testing. The contract emphasizes that no substitutes or alternatives are acceptable, and shipping costs must be included in the bid. The Alabama Department of Public Health reserves the right to withhold award based on budget constraints, and the total contract value is estimated to be between $20,000 and $40,000.