9250-24-R-RFIN-00031-V01

This is a sole source procurement opportunity posted by Mississippi State University for the acquisition of an "Egg Tester Ultimate" machine. The machine combines three separate instruments into one, allowing for the measurement of egg content parameters (color, Haugh unit, USDA grade), eggshell thickness, and eggshell breaking strength. The university has determined that ORKA is the sole source for this specialized equipment and is proposing to purchase it for $12,100. The contract opportunity is specific to Lowndes County, Mississippi, with the procurement identified as #9250-24-R-RFIN-00031-V01. The deadline for submitting written objections to the sole source determination is April 17, 2024.

This sole source procurement is not subject to any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor is ORKA, as the university has determined they are the sole source for this specialized equipment. The budget for this procurement is $12,100.