Pathology Services - Zoo

The City of El Paso is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2027-0044 for pathology services, specifically to support the Zoo. The contract will be a single award for all items, provided on an as-needed basis for biopsies and necropsies. The initial performance period is three years, with an option for two additional one-year extensions at the same unit pricing. The annual budgeted amount for these services is 600.00 dollars. Standard shipping, freight, and handling charges must be included in the bid price, while expedited shipping costs will be treated as pass-through expenses at the provider's actual net cost. The solicitation process began with a release on September 29, 2026, with bids due by October 28, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. MST. A contract award is approximately expected in January 2027. To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a complete bid form, a signed bid submittal page, a Form W-9, and several critical affidavits, including a Non-Collusion and Business Disclosure Affidavit, an Indebtedness Affidavit, and a Texas Disclosure of Interested Parties (Form 1295). Bidders must also certify compliance with Texas Government Code regarding non-discrimination against firearm entities and confirm they are not currently debarred or suspended from government transactions.