220007-SG QA.docx

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220007-SG Lathe Request For Bid
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This is a Bid Questions & Answers document for the University of Wisconsin Stout's procurement of six lathe machines. The University solicited bids for the purchase of these machines, with inquiries directed to Stephanie Ganz, UW Stout Procurement Specialist. The bid specifications call for South Bend SB1049F brand lathes; however, multiple bidders submitted questions regarding whether alternate brands of equal or superior quality would be considered as substitutes. The University consistently clarified that per Section 6 Specifications, only the specified brand will be considered and no alternate brands will be entertained.

Regarding delivery and installation requirements, the University specified that transportation to the Central Receiving dock is required, but no rigging services or installation is necessary. The University will handle internal transportation of the lathes to appropriate buildings using a forklift. The Q&A document, dated May 27, 2022, reflects the University's firm position on brand specifications while providing clarification on delivery logistics to potential bidders.

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220007-SG Lathe Bid Questions & Answers May 27, 2022

1. According to the bid it states that the machines should be delivered to the University. Does this include the service of rigging? And do you need installation included as well? Or just transportation?

0. This will be delivered to our Central Receiving dock so only transportation to the dock is required. We will use a forklift to transport the lathes to the appropriate building. No installation is required.

1. Can we offer a better substitute lathe which meet/exceed your requested specs?

1. Please see below. Per section 6 Specifications alternate brands will not be considered.

1. Upon reviewing the specifications for the lathes, I see that the brand/manufacturer requested is South Bend SB1049F. Just hoping to confirm with you: only South Bend will be considered, as the specifications indicate? Or might other brands of equal or superior quality be considered also?

2. Please see below. Per section 6 Specifications alternate brands will not be considered.

1. Please see attached specifications and advise will they accept the attached Lathe?

3. Please see below. Per section 6 Specifications alternate brands will not be considered.

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