Toxicology Method Development and Validation Services

Contra Costa County’s Office of the Sheriff Forensic Services Division is seeking toxicology method development and validation, documentation, and training for analysis of volatile compounds in biological samples, with a $26,000 budget cap.

Contra Costa County > Office of the Sheriff > Forensic Services Division


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Nov 10, 2026 11:00 PM
Oct 20, 2026 06:41 PM
$26,000.00
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toxicology method development

Contact
chris.hu@pw.cccounty.us
+19253132066
40 Muir Road, Martinez, CA, USA
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Description

The County seeks a qualified firm to develop and validate a quantitative method for alcohol, methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, and acetone in blood, urine, and vitreous samples using gas chromatography with flame ionization and mass spectrometry detection. The work includes validation data using two analytical columns, a dilution study, a validation report, a standard operating procedure, and a daily run checklist, in accordance with applicable California Title 17 requirements and forensic toxicology standards. The scope also includes reviewing and discussing validation results and providing one day of training on method implementation, workflow, data interpretation, and reporting. The County will provide laboratory access, two GC-FID/MS systems, reagents, and materials. Proposals must include a technical proposal, pricing, experience and reference information, required statements and acknowledgments, applicable licenses and permits, and insurance documentation. The total proposed price may not exceed $26,000; work must be completed by September 30, 2027.

Classification Codes
NAICS541380Testing Laboratories and Services
PSCB504Chemical/Biological Studies and Analysis
Smart Codes
forensic toxicology method developmenttoxicology method validationforensic laboratory training
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 03, 2026 11:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 10, 2026 11:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $500,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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