Notice of Intent to Sole Source – South Carolina Department of Public Health

The South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking to award a sole‑source contract to AB SCIEX, LLC for continued warranty, maintenance, and software support services for its critical mass‑spectrometry instruments. The contract ensures instrument uptime, compliance with regulatory standards, and data quality for newborn screening and other public health analyses. This opportunity is limited to the vendor’s OEM‑certified service plans and does not involve competitive bidding. • Instruments covered: QTRAP 6500+ Mass Spectrometer, X500R QTOF System, Exion AC LC Pump. • Services required: Assurance Preventive Maintenance, LC Assurance, and Software Plus support. • Contract value: Approximately $131,872 for the full service period. • Sole‑source justification: Only the OEM can provide certified service plans essential for regulatory compliance and reliable operation.