Guth 12V500 Alcohol Breath Simulators

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking to procure Guth 12V500 Alcohol Breath Simulators from GUTH Laboratories, Inc. The simulators are used for evidential breath alcohol testing and are a critical component of the state's breath alcohol testing protocols. The project involves purchasing additional simulators, parts, and repairs as necessary. The sole source justification is based on the fact that GUTH Laboratories, Inc. is the only vendor that makes simulators that pair with the I-9000 breathalyzer, which is the only instrument used for evidential breath alcohol testing in Colorado. The program has determined that maintaining standard equipment is critical for consistency and has already trained 4,000 law enforcement officers on the use of these specific models. • The project duration is 3 years, from 4/1/2026 to 02/11/2029. • The estimated dollar amount for the project is $250,000. • The vendor, GUTH Laboratories, Inc., holds numerous US and foreign patents in the field of Breath Alcohol Analysis and their products are approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA). • The program has conducted a historical price analysis to determine fair and reasonable prices.