2026-UWMSN-01196-RFB AMENDMENT 1 - QA.docx

This is Amendment 1 to a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the University of Wisconsin-Madison for cafe equipment to be installed in Levy Hall, identified as contract number 2026-UWMSN-01196-RFB. The amendment addresses bidder inquiries regarding product substitutions and brand alternatives. Bidders must submit responses online through the ShopUW+ bidding platform at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UWisconsin by January 29, 2026. All procedural questions should be directed to Lori Storvik at lori.storvik@wisc.edu. The specific equipment requirements, project scope, and detailed specifications are contained in the complete bid package accessible through the online bidding system.

According to Amendment 1, vendors are permitted to propose alternative brands for cafe equipment items provided that all size, electrical, finish, and plumbing specifications remain unchanged from the original bid requirements. This clarification allows flexibility in brand selection while maintaining the technical and operational standards necessary for the Levy Hall cafe installation. No information regarding pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent vendors, funding sources, or budget constraints is provided in this amendment document. Interested vendors should review the full solicitation documentation on the ShopUW+ platform for complete equipment specifications, evaluation criteria, and all other requirements governing the competitive bidding process.