2-K-precision-volume-dispenser

Auburn University is soliciting sealed bids for a 2-K Precision Volume Dispenser through a competitive procurement process for its Research and Innovation Campus in Huntsville, Alabama. The specific procurement is for a Viscotec Preeflow eco-DUO600 package, which includes an eco-DUO600 two-component dispenser and an eco-DUO200 Controller, with a total quantity of one complete system. The dispenser has technical specifications including a volume flow rate of 0.6 to 32 ml/min, maximum dosing pressure of 40 bar, and IP54 classification, powered by a 24V DC power supply with RS232/USB interfaces. The bid (AU-2023-0000616) was opened on 12/16/2022 and is set to close on 1/18/2023 at 10:30 AM CST, with all questions to be directed to Barbara Anne Harvill via the event portal's Q&A Board. Vendors must submit a completed and notarized disclosure statement, comply with Alabama sales tax certification, and meet E-Verify requirements. The university reserves the right to award the contract in whole or in part, with delivery specified as "F.O.B. Destination - Freight Prepaid and Allowed" to 345 Voyager Way NW in Huntsville, Alabama.

The procurement emphasizes small business development, requiring contractors to make efforts to utilize Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business (SB & SDB) suppliers if subcontracting is necessary. The contract may be made available to other eligible entities, including Auburn University at Montgomery and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, expanding potential utilization. While no specific pricing or budget range is explicitly stated in the documents, the procurement follows standard state procurement guidelines and includes provisions for protecting proprietary information while adhering to Alabama open records laws. The university will evaluate responses based on compliance with specifications, vendor qualifications, and potential for meeting the technical requirements of the 2-K Precision Volume Dispenser. Vendors must demonstrate capability to provide the complete system, which includes multiple components such as dosing units, drive units, stators, mixers, calibration adapters, manuals, and accessories, with a total system weight of approximately 3.1 kg.