9275-25-R-IFBD-00015

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking a vendor to provide a Fully Automated Instrumented Split Treadmill with advanced research capabilities through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 7072. The procurement targets a highly specialized treadmill with independent dual force plate embedded design, split belt movement capabilities, and multi-directional controlled movements. The system must integrate with multiple medical research technologies, including functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), 3D motion capture, electromyography (EMG), electroencephalography (EEG), eye tracking, and virtual/augmented reality platforms. Required deliverables include the treadmill with specific features such as hand rails, safety fall harness, stairs, a personal computer, and comprehensive operational software for data collection and analysis. The bid opening is scheduled for March 28, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with bids to be submitted electronically or in sealed envelopes. Evaluation will follow a two-step process focusing on responsiveness to specifications and lowest total cost, with the initial contract term set for one year and potential early termination provisions.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly detailed in the procurement documents. Potential bidders must complete Attachment A and B, provide a current manufacturer's price list, and be prepared to register with UMMC's vendor credentialing system and the Department of Finance and Administration if selected. While the exact budget or award value was not specified, the procurement appears to be for a single, complex research-grade treadmill system. Bidders are required to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities and compatibility with advanced medical research infrastructure. The procurement is specifically for Hinds County, Mississippi, and interested vendors must contact Kendra Carter and John Shows for comprehensive bid information or visit UMMC's Supply Chain/Procurement Opportunities website. The bid will be published in the Clarion-Ledger on March 10 and March 17, 2025, providing additional visibility for potential respondents.