Agency MNIT

Contractor Thermo LabSystems, Inc.

SWIFT Contract Number 173050

Project Name Chemistry/Toxicology LIMS Enhancements

Project Number (if applicable) {Empty}

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: Following the previous project with the vendor, Thermo Fisher Scientific, some additional enhancements were identified. In this project the vendor completed the implementation of these enhancements in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) for the Chemistry/Toxicology laboratory to better implement, control and monitor aspects of traceability systems within the laboratory. The work included configurations of workflows, tests, electronic signatures, and a location management module. The vendor will also develop new reports and provide training for users of the LIMS system.

Project Duration

Start Date Thu, 03/12/2020 - 00:00

Original end date Thu, 12/31/2020 - 00:00

Actual end date Thu, 12/31/2020 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) {Empty}

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $45000

Amendments $0

Contract total $45000

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? State

Is this a sole source contract? Yes

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) Procurement of the services from the single source vendor was required due to the unique and proprietary nature of the application. The LIMS application is designed, manufactured, and supported by this vendor only. The LIMS extensions developed were for continued functionality of the LIMS system.

Evaluator Name Allison Steinmaus

Evaluator Email Address allison.steinmaus@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness Contractor was able to complete deliverables within the timeframe of the contract.

Evaluate the contractor's quality Contractor worked with the Lab to configure a solution that worked best for the Lab’s processes and workflows.

Evaluate the contractor's cost The cost is reasonable for vendor rates.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance Although a project manager set up and attended meetings there was not much involvement from that role on the vendor’s side. There was a very relaxed approach to project management processes. In future projects we would request that this role be augmented on the vendor’s side.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): None

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 4 - satisfied