66-25052BB Addendum 1.docx

Addendum #1 for Invitation for Bids (IFB) #66-25052 BB is issued by the University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Purchasing Office, addressing a procurement for a Crystal X-Ray Diffraction System. The addendum, dated March 25, 2025, modifies the original maintenance terms, reducing the standard maintenance clause from two years with two preventative maintenance (PM) visits per year to one year with one PM visit per year. Bids are due on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with Bridgitt Belanger serving as the Purchasing Agent. Vendors must include a signed copy of this addendum with their bid submissions.

The modification to the maintenance terms is critical for bidders to consider when determining their cost structure. The procurement is specifically for a dual-source single crystal X-ray diffractometer targeting the Chemistry department's research needs, with a focus on analyzing organic-inorganic hybrid materials and metallo-organic frameworks. While specific budget details are not provided in this addendum, the solicitation emphasizes compliance with North Carolina's Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program and suggests a competitive selection process that prioritizes both technical compliance and cost-effectiveness. Vendors must carefully review all documentation to ensure they can meet the technical specifications and administrative requirements outlined in the solicitation.