Description
The County of Los Angeles, Internal Services Department, is seeking bids for Forensic DNA Sample Preparation Instrumentation. The required equipment includes a centrifugal vacuum concentrator system and a refrigerated microcentrifuge. The bidder must provide detailed literature on the proposed unit and ensure that it meets California and County of Los Angeles safety requirements. The equipment must be the latest model and not used as a demonstrator.
• The centrifugal vacuum concentrator system must have an integrated diaphragm pump and a fixed-angle rotor capable of holding at least 48 x 1.5/2.0 mL microcentrifuge tubes.
• The system must have three main operation modes: concentrate, centrifuge, and desiccate.
• The refrigerated microcentrifuge must have a maximum RCF of 21,330 x g and a maximum speed of 15,060 rpm.
• The bidder must provide a comprehensive operator's manual and a minimum two-year warranty on parts and services.