Veterinary Reference Lab – Zoo

The City of El Paso is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2027-0043 for Veterinary Reference Lab Services to support the operations of the Zoo. The contract involves providing diagnostics and testing services on an as-needed basis, with an estimated annual budget of 60,000.00 dollars. A single award will be made for all items, and the City reserves the option to extend the contract for two additional years at the same unit pricing. Shipping, freight, and handling charges are not included in the catalog prices and will be billed as a direct pass-through at the contractor's actual net cost, provided that documentation of these costs is submitted with the invoices. The procurement process includes a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on September 30, 2026, with a final bid due date of October 21, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. MST. To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a complete bid form, a signed bid submittal page, a completed IRS Form W-9, and various mandatory disclosures, including the Texas Disclosure of Interested Parties Form 1295 and affidavits regarding non-collusion, indebtedness, and non-discrimination. Evaluation is based on responsiveness and financial standing, with the City reserving the right to refuse awards to bidders indebted to the City over 100.00 dollars for more than 60 days. The contract award is expected to occur in approximately January 2027.