Auburn University NPTC LED & Stir Fan Research Equipment

Auburn University's Procurement and Business Services is seeking sealed bids for the NPTC LED & Stir Fan Research Equipment Project located at the King Trail Farm in Cragford, Alabama. The procurement involves acquiring multiple research equipment items, specifically 12 units each of DirectAire fans and lighting fixtures (including Overdrive, Satco, Greenlight, and Aglight brands), 8 precision brand dimmers, and 1 set of Rotem controller and communicator upgrades with RH probe installations. The bid was released on September 28, 2022, with a firm closing date of October 5, 2022, at 10:30 AM CDT, requiring all proposals to be submitted through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal. Vendors must comply with Alabama state sales tax regulations and federal acquisition guidelines, with delivery terms specified as F.O.B. Destination - Freight Prepaid and Allowed. Auburn University reserves the right to award the contract in whole or part, make multiple awards, and select vendors based on the university's best interests, with an emphasis on meeting the specific research equipment needs of the King Trail Farm project.

The procurement demonstrates a commitment to supporting small businesses and small disadvantaged business (SB & SDB) suppliers, with potential for the contract to be extended to other eligible entities such as Auburn University at Montgomery and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Payment terms are structured with 0% down and a Net 30 timeline. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid suggests a preference for vendors who can provide high-quality research equipment that meets precise specifications. The solicitation does not explicitly state a total contract value or budget range, but the procurement involves multiple units of specialized research equipment. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with technical specifications, provide competitive pricing, and show capability in supplying advanced research-grade lighting and fan equipment for agricultural research applications.