Qiagen EZ2 reagents and consumables

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Laboratory Services Division intends to award a sole source contract to Qiagen for the procurement of EZ2 Connect automated extraction systems, reagents, and consumables. This procurement supports the Genomic Surveillance Program and is essential for meeting specific space, electrical, and FDA-approved diagnostic requirements necessary for PulseNet and CDC-funded testing. Qiagen has been identified as the only vendor capable of meeting these technical and regulatory specifications. Under solicitation number 2027*5027, the contract has undergone a modification to increase the estimated project total to 875,000 dollars, adding 525,000 dollars to the previous amount to account for increased testing volumes during the 2026 summer season and regional outbreak requests. The revised agreement is intended to cover requirements through April 14, 2029. Inquiries or objections regarding this sole source award are directed to Buyer Renee Fitch.