2-Bid Specifications.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- US.262475
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- Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
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This is a bid specifications document for Montgomery County Community College's procurement of robotic equipment and related systems. The college seeks thirteen WLKATA Mirobot Professional Robotic Arm Kits and twelve WLKATA Sliding Rail Sets, or approved equivalents, for use by the Youth Engagement Department to support STEM, robotics, coding, automation, and discovery programming for elementary and middle school students. Each robotic arm must feature a 6+1 axis configuration with a 315 mm reach, 600 g vertical payload capacity, 0.2 mm repeatability, and support for Python, Blockly, Scratch, and G-Code programming languages. The system shall include integrated accessories such as pen holder and servo gripper attachments, pneumatic assemblies, a Bluetooth controller with rechargeable battery, and a multifunction extender box with OLED display. Bid responses must be submitted via the PennBid website by November 30, 2026, at 4 p.m. EDT, with questions due by November 19, 2026, at 12 p.m. EDT. Delivery is required within 30 days of award to 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, Pennsylvania 19422, with all equipment delivered in operational condition.
The bid price shall include all equipment, accessories, software, controllers, power supplies, documentation, licenses, cables, and components necessary for complete operation at no additional cost. A minimum 12-month manufacturer warranty and 12-month labor warranty are required, along with complete warranty documentation and preventative maintenance requirements. Bidders proposing equivalent products must submit manufacturer literature demonstrating compliance with all functional, dimensional, communication, programming, and educational requirements, with Montgomery County Community College reserving the right to determine equivalency. The bidding documents do not identify any set-asides, incumbent vendors, or specific funding sources for this procurement.
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BID #6 FY27
WLKATA Mirobot and Sliding Rail Sets Bid Specifications
Description
The intent of this bid is to procure thirteen (13) new WLKATA Mirobot Professional Robotic Arm Kits and twelve (12) WLKATA Sliding Rail Sets, or approved equal, for use by Montgomery County Community College Youth Engagement Department in support of STEM, robotics, coding, automation, and discovery programming for elementary and middle school students. The bid shall include all equipment, accessories, software, controllers, power supplies, documentation, licenses, cables, and components necessary for complete operation.
Required Features
Six-axis robotic arm with integrated gripper axis (6+1 axis configuration)
USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and RS485 communications
Python, Blockly, Scratch, and G-Code compatibility
WLKATA Studio compatibility
Integrated Bluetooth controller
Multifunction extender/control module included
Educational suitability for robotics, automation, engineering, and coding instruction
Robotic Arm Specifications
Feature Minimum Requirement
Axis Configuration 6+1 Axis
Vertical Payload 600 g
Omnidirectional Payload 150 g
Reach 315 mm
Repeatability ±0.2 mm
Construction Aluminum Alloy and ABS
Controller ATmega/Arduino 2560 or Equivalent
Connectivity USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RS485
Programming Support Python, Blockly, Scratch, G-Code
DC Power Input 12V/5A
Power Supply 100-240V 50/60Hz
Operating Temperature -20°C to 70°C
Base Diameter 160 mm
Net Weight Approx. 1.37 kg
Joint Type High Accuracy Stepper Motor with Reducer
Motion Performance Requirements
The robotic arm shall provide motion ranges and speeds substantially equivalent to the ranges identified in the manufacturer specifications and equal or superior functionality.
Axis Motion Parameters (Load 160g)
Axis Working range Maximum speed
Axis 1 -110° ~ +160° 85°/s
Axis 2 -35° ~ +70° 60°/s
Axis 3 °-120° ~ +60° 65°/s
Axis 4 -180° to +180° 200°/s
Axis 5 -200° ~ +30° 200°/s
Axis 6 -360° ~ +360° 450°/s
Multifunction Extender Box Requirements
Minimum 1.3-inch OLED display
USB communications
Wi-Fi communications
Bluetooth communications
RS485 communications
Xtensa 32-bit LX6 processor or equivalent
Included Accessories and Components
Pen Holder Attachment (7-10 mm pen capacity)
Servo Gripper Attachment (0-33 mm grip range)
Pneumatic Air Pump Assembly
Single Suction Cup Assembly
Double Suction Cup Assembly
Three-Finger Soft Gripper
Spare Suction Cups
Bluetooth Controller (minimum 1000mAh rechargeable battery)
Multifunction Extender Box with OLED Display
Required Communication Cables
Power Supply and Standard Accessories
Pneumatic System Requirements
Positive pressure capability of at least 120 kPa
Negative pressure capability of at least 60 kPa
Air tubing and fittings included
Control and Programming Requirements
The system shall support WLKATA Studio, Python, Blockly, Scratch, G-Code and GRBL Controller software or equivalent. The controller must support USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and RS485 communications.
Sliding Rail Set Requirements
Twelve (12) sliding rail sets required
Operate as an integrated seventh axis
Programmable through host software
Compatible with supplied robotic arm systems
Support automation and mini production-line demonstrations
Include all mounting hardware, cables and software
Software Requirements
All software, firmware, updates, utilities and licenses required for operation shall be included in the bid price at no additional cost.
Delivery Requirements
Delivery to 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Delivered and operational
Delivery within 30 days of award unless otherwise proposed
All licenses, documentation, accessories and cables included
Warranty
Minimum 12-month manufacturer warranty
Minimum 12-month labor warranty
Complete warranty documentation and preventative maintenance requirements provided
Equivalent Products
Any proposed equivalent product must be accompanied by manufacturer literature clearly demonstrating compliance with all functional, dimensional, communication, programming, and educational requirements. Montgomery County Community College reserves the right to determine equivalency.
Submittal Requirements
Pricing for complete system
Product literature and technical specifications
Delivery schedule
Warranty documentation
List of included accessories and software
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