The Supply and Delivery of Liquid and Gas Chromatography Consumables and Columns

The Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of liquid and gas chromatography consumables and columns for the Laboratory Services Branch. This procurement, identified as tender_22224, aims to maintain business continuity as current supplies are depleted. The scope is divided into specific manufacturer groups, including Agilent Technologies Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Restek Limited, Waters Limited, Trajan Scientific and Medical, GL Science Inc., and Markets International Ltd. No alternates are permitted for the specified deliverables. The evaluation process is based on a 100-point system, with 80 points allocated to pricing and 10 points for catalogue discounts. An additional 10 points are awarded to Canadian businesses to ensure a level playing field. To be eligible, bidders must not be a U.S. business and must provide a business continuity plan, proof of insurance, WSIA coverage, and a Tax Compliance Verification number. Furthermore, bidders must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and maintain a written health and safety policy. All submissions must be made electronically via the Ontario Tenders Portal by November 3, 2026, and all subsequent communications must be conducted through the portal's messaging functionality.