CDR Pilot Plant Equipment Preventative Maintenance, Parts, and Process Equipment Modifications 2025-UWMSN-00852-RFB

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for a comprehensive procurement opportunity involving CDR Pilot Plant Equipment Preventative Maintenance, Parts, and Process Equipment Modifications, identified by the solicitation number 2025-UWMSN-00852-RFB. This procurement is specifically located within Dane County and the City of Madison, Wisconsin, and targets specialized maintenance and modification services for pilot plant equipment. Potential bidders must submit their responses exclusively through the online platform at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UWisconsin, with all questions directed to Jenn Topp Quinn via email at jenn.quinn@wisc.edu. The solicitation was posted on March 19, 2025, with a formal bid response deadline of April 18, 2025. The procurement appears to focus on preventative maintenance services, equipment parts procurement, and potential process equipment modifications, suggesting a complex technical engagement requiring specialized expertise in industrial or research equipment maintenance.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement seems designed for technically qualified vendors with demonstrated capabilities in scientific or industrial equipment maintenance. The solicitation does not specify incumbent vendors or provide explicit budget ranges, though the complexity of the work suggests a potentially substantial contract value. The procurement is specifically tied to the University of Wisconsin-Madison's operational needs, indicating a targeted, technically sophisticated procurement process. Potential bidders will likely need to demonstrate significant technical competence, relevant experience with pilot plant equipment, and the ability to provide comprehensive maintenance and modification services. The online submission requirement and specific point of contact suggest a structured, controlled procurement process with clear expectations for vendor qualifications and response protocols.