Universitywide Laboratory Supplies and Equipment

The University of Connecticut is seeking one or more primary laboratory supply distributors for chemicals, labware, basic laboratory equipment, and related services supporting teaching and research facilities throughout Connecticut.

University of Connecticut


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DS092426-RES
Nov 12, 2026 07:00 PM
Sep 24, 2026 06:00 PM
5 years base + 5 × 1 year options
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
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dennis.sienna@uconn.edu
+18604864950
Storrs, CT, USA
Description

The University of Connecticut is seeking one or more qualified laboratory supply distributors to provide chemicals, labware, basic laboratory equipment, and related services for teaching and research laboratories at its main campus, regional campuses, UConn Health, and extension offices throughout Connecticut. The scope excludes products not specifically designed for laboratory use and compressed gases. The University may make prime, non-prime, or alternative-model awards, including single or multiple awards. Proposals must address product breadth, customer and technical support, electronic ordering through the Jaggaer/HuskyBuy platform with Level 2 punchout, cXML ordering and invoicing, logistics and fulfillment, delivery, pricing, category discounts, value-added services, references, and required state forms. The solicitation identifies approximately $3 million in annual laboratory-supply spending across roughly 5,000 transactions, but does not guarantee any purchase volume. The initial contract term is five years, with options to extend for up to five additional years, for a potential total term of ten years.

Classification Codes
NAICS423490Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
PSC6640Laboratory Equipment and Supplies
Smart Codes
laboratory chemicalslaboratory equipmentlaboratory supplies
Specifications
Supply & Service
No
Timeline
Sep 24, 2026-Proposal Release Date
Oct 14, 2026 02:00 PM-Pre-Proposal Conference (optional)
Virtual meeting platform; directions will be posted in the HuskyBuy Buyer Attachments 48 hours in advance.
Oct 27, 2026 06:00 PM-Deadline for Proposer Questions
Nov 12, 2026 07:00 PM-Proposal Due Date
Dec 15, 2026-Proposer Presentations or Demonstrations
Requirements
Required
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
Location
Local Preference:Locals Encouraged
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