6-20260602082237 JSU

Jackson State University's Office of Purchasing and Travel is requesting sealed bids for one LYNX Model 310LX Cage & Bottle Washer laboratory equipment, with bids due June 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CST/CDT. This is a single-source specification for a specific equipment model.

The scope includes one LYNX Model 310LX washer with a 48-inch wide stainless steel insulated compartment, programmable automatic multi-phase treatment cycles, color graphic touch screen controls, three-year warranty with semi-annual preventative maintenance, one universal cage wash rack, one pair of pan wash racks, an automatic damper drain discharge, and one injected transfer cart. Bidders must provide detailed product information and specifications and certify compliance with anti-discrimination provisions under Executive Order 11246.

Bids must be submitted on an FOB Destination basis with firm pricing for the contract term. Jackson State University is exempt from Federal excise taxes and state sales or use taxes; no taxes should be included in quoted prices. The University reserves the right to receive the benefit of any price decrease exceeding five percent. Payment will be made within 45 days of receipt of goods and an uncontested invoice. The anticipated award date is July 1, 2026; if the contract value exceeds $500,000, contract submission for approval in the Mississippi Department of Finance MAGIC portal is due by July 8, 2026.

Sealed bids are received at the Office of Purchasing and Travel, H.P. Jacobs Administration Tower, 4th Floor, 1400 John R. Lynch Street, Jackson, Mississippi 39217, or electronically through MAGIC. Direct inquiries to Kimberly R. Harris at kimberly.r.harris@jsums.edu or 601-979-0978. Jackson State University reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of any bid and to award to the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications. The University may terminate the contract with 30 days' written notice and may cancel or suspend if funds are not appropriated or become unavailable through state or federal sources.