Custom Simulation Vans

The University of North Dakota (UND) is conducting a competitive procurement for custom mobile simulation vans designed to support SIM-ND's rural healthcare simulation training program. This solicitation, identified as Solicitation Number 441-2025, seeks a vendor capable of building specialized simulation vans that will enhance medical training capabilities in rural areas. Interested vendors must submit their proposals through the UND Sourcing Portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UND, with the bid submission deadline set for July 9, 2025. Potential bidders are required to have an active UND supplier portal account, with new vendors instructed to contact procurement officer Samuel Kontz at (701) 777-3881 or samuel.kontz@und.edu to obtain login credentials. The procurement process will be conducted in accordance with North Dakota Century Code, and only vendors approved on the North Dakota State Bidders List are eligible to participate in this solicitation.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications for custom simulation vans. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate capability in designing and manufacturing specialized mobile training vehicles tailored to healthcare simulation needs. The solicitation does not specify an exact budget range or award value, though vendors should be equipped to provide comprehensive solutions for mobile healthcare training infrastructure. Interested parties should carefully review all documentation in the bidding portal and be prepared to showcase their technical expertise in vehicle customization and healthcare training equipment. Vendors with previous experience in creating mobile simulation platforms for medical training would likely be viewed favorably in the evaluation process.