Qiagen EZ2 reagents and consumables

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking a sole‑source award to purchase two QIAGEN EZ2 Connect automated extraction systems, plus the associated reagents and consumables, to support its Genomic Surveillance Program. The equipment is required to meet strict space, matrix, and regulatory (FDA‑cleared, in‑vitro diagnostic) specifications that only QIAGEN can provide, ensuring continuity of PulseNet and other state‑wide public‑health testing. The contract term is five years (04/15/2024 – 04/14/2029) with a total projected spend of $875,000. • Purchase of 2 × QIAGEN EZ2 Connect automated extraction instruments • Full suite of reagents and consumables compatible with the EZ2 platform • Supports genomic surveillance, PulseNet, and CDC‑funded food‑borne illness testing • Must fit laboratory space constraints (≤ 28.35 × 22.6 × 22 in.) and handle raw stool samples • Sole‑source justified because no other vendor offers FDA‑cleared, fully automated, space‑compliant systems for the required sample types • Total contract value $875,000 over five years (approx. $175k‑$350k per year) • Primary buyer contact: Renee Fitch (email [email protected], phone (720) 885‑6368)