Laboratory and Science Equipment, Supplies, and Related Technology and Services

Sourcewell, a Minnesota‑based state‑local government cooperative, is seeking proposals to provide laboratory and scientific equipment, supplies, and related technology services for its broad network of participating entities—including governmental, higher‑education, K‑12, nonprofit, tribal, and other public agencies across the U.S. and Canada. The solicitation emphasizes participation by small, minority‑, women‑, and veteran‑owned businesses, both as prime contractors and subcontractors. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Sourcewell Procurement Portal by the deadline of November 10, 2026 (3:30 p.m. Central Time). An online pre‑bid conference is scheduled for October 6, 2026 (2:00 p.m. EDT) to answer questions; registration is required via the portal. No supplemental documents are attached to the posting. Key points: • Bid Type: RFP (Bid #111026) • Scope: Procurement of lab and science equipment, consumables, and related tech/services • Target market: Thousands of public‑sector entities in the U.S. and Canada • Encouraged participation: S/M/WBE/VBE suppliers • Submission portal: Sourcewell Procurement Portal only • Deadline: Nov 10, 2026, 3:30 p.m. CST • Pre‑bid conference: Oct 6, 2026, 2:00 p.m. EDT (online)