Bandsaw with Accessories

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) is soliciting proposals for a bandsaw and accessories through RFP26-006, a procurement opportunity located in Brown County, Wisconsin. The technical college seeks to acquire a Series 8 Mark III Metal Cutting Bandsaw (230 Volt, Model VT4555M or equivalent) with specific technical requirements, including a 5 H.P. motor, 1-1/4" blade, and cast iron construction. Additional required accessories include a second stand vise, mist lube system, and digital tilt readout. The proposal is due on September 16th, 2025, at 1:30 PM CST, with an evaluation period scheduled from September 16th-19th, 2025, and an anticipated contract issuance date of September 22nd, 2025. The procurement will utilize a comprehensive 100-point weighted scoring system, with cost receiving 40 points, functions and features 40 points, lead time 10 points, and warranty 10 points. The college emphasizes that proposals must include equipment, freight, delivery, and warranty costs, with no training or installation requirements, and is open to equivalent product submissions.

The solicitation is open to all qualified vendors and does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. NWTC is a tax-exempt public educational institution within the Wisconsin Technical College System, and the procurement will support its Trades and Engineering Technologies center. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the opportunity offers cooperative purchasing options for other Wisconsin municipalities, technical colleges, school districts, and public agencies. The college allows alternate proposals and encourages suppliers to offer equivalent items that meet or exceed the minimum specifications. The procurement appears focused on acquiring high-quality equipment to support educational and technical training programs, with an emphasis on comprehensive value assessment beyond pure cost considerations.