SOLE SOURCE LETTER.pdf

This document is a letter from MTS Systems Corporation dated July 2, 2025, addressed to Mr. Cary Smith at Jackson State University regarding the MTS Systems Criterion Test System. The letter details that MTS Systems is the sole supplier, designer, manufacturer, and seller of their laboratory testing equipment, including hardware and software. No other suppliers or distributors are authorized to sell or distribute their products, and only MTS Systems service engineers are permitted to service and maintain their equipment.

The testing equipment and software being supplied to Jackson State University is specifically configured to meet the laboratory's testing needs. MTS Systems emphasizes that replacement parts and service for the equipment are exclusively available directly through their company. The letter serves as a formal communication confirming the unique nature of their product offering and the restricted channels for procurement, maintenance, and support of their specialized testing systems.