Gas Chromatograph MS - Agilent Forensics - Toxicology

The City of Mesa issued a sole‑source procurement for a forensic‑grade Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) to be supplied by Agilent Technologies. The equipment, valued at $175,500, will support the Mesa Police Department’s toxicology laboratory, enhancing its capability to detect and analyze controlled substances. The award followed a brief competition window (Feb 13‑Feb 20, 2023) during which no alternative bids were received, leading to a direct award on Feb 28 2023. • Scope: Purchase of an Agilent 8890‑7000E GC/MS system for forensic toxicology. • Award: Sole‑source to Agilent Technologies for $175,500. • Timeline: Intent to award announced Feb 13 2023; competition deadline Feb 20 2023; award confirmed Feb 28 2023. • Agency: City of Mesa Purchasing Office, Mesa, AZ. • No subcontracting or renewal terms disclosed.