Academic Laboratory Supplies II

Camden County College is seeking competitive sealed bids to supply a defined list of microbiology laboratory consumables for the FY 2027 academic year. The contract will be awarded on a lowest‑responsible‑bid basis, with delivery required by mid‑August 2026, and will run for one year. Bidders must submit all‑inclusive pricing (including freight, handling, hazardous‑material fees), provide required bid and performance bonds, and meet extensive certification, insurance, and small‑business set‑aside requirements. • Items include culture media, bacterial strains, and reagents (e.g., Methyl Red‑Voges Prokauer Medium, E. coli HB101 K‑12, Alpha‑Naphthol Reagent). • All prices must be quoted per item and per group, FOB destination, with no additional shipping charges. • Mandatory attachments: bid bond (10 % of base bid, max $20,000), performance bond (100 % of awarded amount), various certifications (MBE/WBE, de‑barment, prevailing wage, etc.). • Small‑business set‑aside goal of 25 % applies; the college may award contracts item‑by‑item or in aggregate.