HPV Self-Sampling Collection Device

***** Amendment #1 *****Please be advised that this contract has been amended to extend the closing date to January 13, 2026. All other information remains the same.***SCOPEThis Invitation to Tender is for an Estimated Quantity contract that consists of the supply and delivery of HPV Collection Kits on an as and when required basis as described in the 'Item Description' and attached 'Requirements' document.This Estimated Quantity Contract will be effective for two (2) years, plus one (1) additional one (1) year optional renewal upon mutually agreement.OPTION YEAR PRICINGGNB reserves the right to negotiate lower pricing with vendors in the option year(s). GNB may consider price increases in the option year if deemed to be reasonable and based on market conditions, not to exceed the tendered price plus any published increase in the New Brunswick Consumer Price Index (CPI). If a mutually agreed upon price cannot be reached GNB reserves the right to re-tender, re-award or delete the item(s) in question.Successful bidder will be required to apply in writing thirty (30) days prior to any price adjustment. Only one price adjustment will be permitted per year.CONTRACT AWARD CRITERIACompliant bids will be evaluated and awarded based upon the lowest total price bid that meets the specifications listed within this document and who can meet the requirements listed in the attached document.If bidder(s) choose to bid on an equivalent product, it will be required to provide specifications and product details prior to contract award.SPECIFICATIONSSee Item Description below and attached 'Requirements' document.Preferred Device: Copan FLOQSwab (Regular Dry Swab) or equivalentHOW TO SUBMIT PRICINGBidders are invited to submit their UNIT PRICE-the price for a single product within the Tender Item-under the 'Unit Price Including Discount' column. Bidders should then multiply their unit price by the 'Quantity/Unit' to calculate the 'Extended Price'. The 'Unit Price Including Discount' and 'Extended Price' should NOT include taxes.When stating the 'Unit Price,' bidders MUST include delivery to the shipping address.The bid price must include any additional costs and/or charges that may apply.DELIVERY DATE AND PRICEBidder must deliver the goods within 14 days upon receipt of an official order.Bids MUST include pricing for delivery and shipping.The Estimated Quantities stated below are an estimate and the Province of NB reserves the right to purchase more or lesser amounts depending on the requirements.Year 1 - (estimated 9,427 kits)Year 2 - (estimated 34,808 kits)Year 3 (optional) - (estimated 42,382 kits)BIDDER QUESTIONSAll inquiries should be received five (5) calendar days prior to the closing date; any inquiries received less than five (5) calendar days prior to the closing date cannot be guaranteed a response. Please reference the tender number and closing date within your communications to ensure a prompt and accurate reply.REQUIREMENTSBIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN AND DATE THEIR BID IN THE SPACE PROVIDED BELOW.HPV self-sampling collection device.Copan FLOQSwab (Regular Dry Swab) or equivalent. - Lightweight, fits in standard mail envelopes (not parcel),- Used with 5 mL MSWAB; validated for Roche Cobas workflow, ensuring compatibility, - Simplifies patient use as there is no liquid handling or stem breaking