Public Health Lab QMS Optimization

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking a qualified Offeror to advance the development of a modern Quality Management System (QMS) for the State Lab over the next 18 months. The selected Offeror will build upon past assessments and process mapping of individual laboratory units and functions. The scope of work includes process mapping, creating standard processes for an Asset Management System and a Data Integrity Governance, developing and implementing a Quality Risk Management System, and providing technical assistance to CDPHE leadership. The Offeror will also develop and implement a Quality Risk Management system for the Chemistry Program and all other Lab operations, and develop a non-conformance management program. • The CDPHE annual budget for this project is approximately $600,000.00 for year one, and approximately $400,000.00 for year two. • The total budget for the five-year period is not expected to exceed $1,050,000.00 unless additional funding becomes available. • The project is split into two phases, with Phase A including numbers 1-5 and Phase B including numbers 6-8. • The anticipated start date for the executed contract is 5/1/2026 with the initial contract period of 5/1/2026 to 4/30/2027. • The CDPHE may renew the agreement for up to one (1) additional period, not to exceed two (2) years total. • The Offeror must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in laboratory process identification and improvement, and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience developing quality management systems for laboratories. • The Offeror must possess documented experience working with public sector laboratories, and have adequate personnel with the necessary credentials and training to successfully complete the activities in the Statement of work. • The Offeror must provide a work plan describing how each of the primary activities will be accomplished, and a budget and budget narrative detailing proposed costs per activity. • The Offeror must provide three (3) references, from previous clients, where the Offerors experience can be confirmed.