9280-24-R-IFBD-00038

The state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of a rheometer by The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). The rheometer must be capable of measuring the flow and viscoelastic properties of low viscosity fluids through solid samples, with detailed technical requirements specified in the Request for Bids (RFB). The winning bidder will be required to provide onsite installation, training, and a minimum 1-year warranty. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM CT on July 3, 2024, and the University reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Regarding pricing, the University requests to be invoiced annually for maintenance and prefers to be billed in installments based on mutually agreed upon project implementation milestones. The University may also choose to use a VISA Purchasing Card as an acceptable form of payment.

This procurement opportunity is specific to USM and is not part of a larger state or local contract. The RFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFB does not provide any information on the possible award value or budget range for this procurement.