RFQ - DUCTLESS FUME HOOD, BIOLOGICAL SAFETY CABINETS, DOWN DRAFT TABLES TESTING AND CERTIFICATION SERVICES

The County of San Diego Sheriff's Office awarded Contract 576515 to Occupational Services, Inc. for the annual testing and certification of ductless fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, and down draft tables at the Sheriff's Regional Crime Laboratory. The initial term of the agreement began on October 1, 2026, and runs through September 30, 2027, with options to extend for four additional one-year periods through September 30, 2031, and further incremental extensions of one to six months. The scope of work is strictly limited to the testing and certification of existing equipment to ensure the safe handling of biological and chemical hazards, rather than the procurement of new instruments. All services must comply with California Code of Regulations Title 8, Section 5154.1, NSF/ANSI standards, and ISO/IEC 17025:2017, with the contractor required to be accredited to the latter by a nationally recognized body. Key deliverables include certified testing reports, compliance documentation, and monthly invoices submitted to the Contracting Officer's Representative. Performance is subject to strict security requirements, including mandatory criminal background checks and security clearances for all personnel. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to rigorous confidentiality protocols regarding County information and maintain primary, non-contributory Commercial General Liability insurance.