Description
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is seeking an exemption from competition to contract with A2LA for ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation and ongoing audit/recertification services for its Animal Health Lab. The work is mandatory to retain USDA NAHLN status by November 1 2027. The agency has identified A2LA as the only provider that meets the stringent NAHLN requirements, justifying a sole‑source procurement. The contract is planned for an initial five‑year term valued at approximately $57 k, with possible extensions beyond that period.
• Provide initial ISO 17025 accreditation (≈ 12 months) and subsequent audit cycles.
• Ensure compliance with USDA NAHLN requirements to avoid loss of lab status.
• Sole‑source award to A2LA; competitive bidding deemed impractical.