Description
The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) seeks a qualified laboratory to conduct analytical testing of pesticide residues and narcotics (psychedelic‑compound) screening on cannabis flower samples. The contractor will analyze up to 900 samples over a three‑year period, issue certificates of analysis within 21 calendar days of receipt, and maintain ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation throughout the contract. The work is performed at the contractor’s laboratory, with samples shipped from Orange County, California. The contract is a fixed‑price, three‑year award beginning July 1 2026.
• Scope: 240 pesticide tests + 60 narcotics tests per year (total 900 samples).
• Deliverables: COA for each sample, electronic transmission of results, progress reports, and final documentation.
• Requirements: ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, validated LC‑MS/MS or GC‑MS/MS methods, insurance, DVBE participation (3 % goal), recycled‑content certification, and various statutory compliance certifications.
• Timeline: Questions due April 30 2026; bid submission June 8 2026; cost‑proposal opening June 9 2026; contract start July 1 2026; contract end June 30 2029.
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Contact
Jort Lijklema