Autoclave Sterilizer

The state and local contract opportunity is for an Autoclave Sterilizer issued by the Dakota Bioproducts Innovation Institute (DBII) and South Dakota State University (SDSU), with funding support from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA). The procurement specifically seeks a high-performance sterilization unit with precise technical requirements, including a 21.5 cubic foot interior chamber capacity and overall dimensions of 53.5"W x 73.5"H x 53"D. Acceptable manufacturers for the autoclave sterilizer are limited to Steelco, Steris, and Getinge, indicating a targeted procurement with specific vendor qualifications. The solicitation provides detailed specifications for the sterilizer's construction, including requirements for vessel materials, jacket construction, door specifications, frame design, and internal structural supports, all of which must be constructed from specified stainless steel materials. The procurement is associated with Contract Award Number 05-79-06192, with proposals due by October 2, 2023, and the initial posting date of September 18, 2023.

The contract opportunity is located within Brown County and the Burbank Census Designated Place (CDP) in South Dakota, though no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be focused on acquiring a specialized scientific equipment piece for research or laboratory purposes, potentially linked to the Dakota Bioproducts Innovation Institute's research initiatives. While the solicitation does not provide explicit details about award values, budget ranges, or incumbent vendors, the specificity of the technical requirements suggests a precise and potentially high-value procurement. The involvement of a state university and federal economic development funding indicates this may be part of a broader research or technological development project. No information is provided about integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology, though the detailed specifications suggest a need for a highly specialized sterilization unit that meets exact scientific research standards.