EtO Ambient Air Monitoring - Health Department

The City of Laredo is seeking bids for an ambient air monitoring contract related to the EtO (Ethylene Oxide) health department project, with solicitation number FY25-075. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit their proposals electronically via the Cit-E-Bid system or in person by hand delivery to the City Secretary Office by August 8, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Proposals received by mail, email, telegraphic, or facsimile will not be considered. The bid opening will occur publicly at 10:00 A.M. on August 11, 2025. The contract is valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000 and falls under NAICS code 541620, indicating a specialized service related to environmental consulting or monitoring. The City of Laredo has a local vendor preference ordinance, providing a 5% evaluation advantage to local vendors for both formal and informal bids, promoting local economic participation. The contract involves compliance with specific legal and ethical standards, including the submission of a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ) as mandated by Texas law, to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest in city contracting. The project’s scope and requirements are detailed through various related documents, including notices and instructions for bidding, with additional context provided by similar procurement notices from other jurisdictions. The primary contact for inquiries is Tania Herrera, reachable via email or phone. The comprehensive bidding process emphasizes transparency, adherence to local preferences, and strict submission guidelines to facilitate fair competition among qualified vendors.