Sole Source Procurement of 20Max ICP-OES Spectrometer

The College of Charleston is issuing a sole‑source procurement to acquire a single 20Max ICP‑OES spectrometer from Mid‑America Instruments. The purchase, valued at $54,200, is justified under South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1560, allowing direct award without competition. The equipment will support the university’s chemistry and environmental science laboratories, enhancing analytical capabilities for research and teaching. • Item: 20Max ICP‑OES spectrometer (PN N0772046) • Vendor: Mid‑America Instruments (sole source) • Contract value: $54,200 • Procurement authority: South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1560, solicitation #27‑30‑GM‑SS • Intended use: Laboratory analytical instrumentation for the College of Charleston’s science programs.