9250-27-R-RFIN-00005

Mississippi State University's Swalm School of Chemical Engineering is seeking to purchase a FluidMechatronix Process Automation System under sole-source procurement 9250-27-R-RFIN-00005, with objections due by August 7, 2026. This is a sole-source designation; no competitive bidding is planned unless objections are filed with Jennifer Mayfield, Director of Procurement Services, at jmayfield@procurement.msstate.edu with subject line "Sole Source Objection."

The university justifies the sole-source designation on the system's proprietary hardware-software integration with Rockwell Automation's Studio 5000 Logix Designer and FactoryTalk View ME software, exclusive patented clear-view pump and impeller design, curriculum written specifically for this hardware configuration, and alignment with the department's existing investment in Rockwell Automation PAC/VFD/HMI equipment. A market survey identified the Armfield PCT Series as the closest alternative at $171,465, which the university determined does not meet required specifications for industrial-standard training equipment.

The quoted price from Turbine Technologies, Ltd., the exclusive manufacturer, is $50,790.57, reflecting an education discount of $2,541.55 off list price. The all-inclusive package includes one FluidMechatronix system with pre-installed and calibrated sensors, comprehensive curriculum, two-year full system warranty, software licenses, freight, shipping crate, and transportation insurance. The procurement is for the Swalm School of Chemical Engineering at Mississippi State University.