Mobile Fuel Lab Vehicle & Installed Instruments

The contract seeks to establish an agreement with one or more qualified suppliers to provide a customized Mobile Fuel Laboratory Vehicle fully equipped with advanced laboratory instrumentation and equipment for the Tifton Labs Division of the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The procurement is conducted via an electronic Request for Quotes (eRFQ) under the State Purchasing Act of Georgia, with a solicitation number 40200-AGR0000089, posted in March 2026 and with a bid submission deadline in mid-March 2026. The required delivery date for the completed vehicle is on or before October 1, 2026. The contract will formalize terms including the scope of work, delivery requirements, product specifications, reporting obligations, and non-exclusive rights, while allowing for contract renewals and setting financial parameters. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with Georgia’s state laws and procurement guidelines, including restrictions on contract terms to protect state interests such as sovereign immunity and proper indemnification, as outlined in the applicable legal and procedural documents. There is a strong focus on supporting small, minority, woman-owned, and veteran-owned businesses, in line with state policies encouraging supplier diversity and inclusion. Suppliers bidding must adhere to a rigorous submission protocol via the Team Georgia Marketplace, including mandatory documentation like a Statement of Supplier’s Qualifications, cost worksheets, tax compliance forms, and vehicle-specific technical specifications. The state provides robust guidance and support to ensure clear understanding and proper completion of electronic bidding and contractual obligations, thereby fostering fair competition and transparent procurement aligned with state objectives.