Electric Dewax Kiln - IFB 168027
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2137173
- State
- New York
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- Points of contact
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- Melissa Badeau badeau@alfred.edu (607) 871-2914
- Valerie Ewald ewald@alfred.edu (607) 871-2698
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About this opportunity
The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University is requesting bids for an electric dewax kiln for the Cohen National Casting Center Foundry under IFB 168027, with bids due August 21, 2026 at 3 p.m. EDT and written questions due July 30, 2026 at 3 p.m. EDT.
The kiln must meet mandatory specifications: exterior dimensions not exceeding 5 feet wide by 6 feet deep by 15 feet high; interior dimensions between 23 inches by 29 inches by 39 inches minimum and 42 inches by 42 inches by 42 inches maximum; capability to eliminate a minimum of 17 liters (32 pounds) of wax; operation within existing electrical capacity of 200 amps at 208-volt 3-phase; touch-operation controller; temperature range from room temperature to 1562 degrees Fahrenheit; and a capture hood. The kiln serves the ceramic shell casting process supporting the School of Engineering and School of Art & Design's metal arts education.
Pricing must include installation, onsite training for up to four people, and a minimum one-year warranty. Pricing shall be Free on Board Destination, Freight Prepaid, with all travel and out-of-pocket expenses included. SUNY is tax exempt; prices should be quoted without sales tax. No prior identical or substantially similar contracts have been awarded within the past five years.
Bidders must submit required vendor responsibility questionnaires and certifications regarding non-collusion, sexual harassment prevention, gender-based violence policies, and procurement lobbying compliance, along with proof of workers' compensation and disability insurance upon contract award. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Official responses to written questions will be issued August 11, 2026 at 3 p.m. EDT. Award notification is anticipated for September 1, 2026. Submissions must be posted through the Bidnet Direct platform.
Opportunity text
The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University is soliciting bids for an electric dewax kiln for ceramic shell which is at the heart of the cast metal process and will serve as an integral piece of equipment for our foundry at the Cohen National Casting Center. The Cohen National Casting Center Foundry marks a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing the School of Engineering and School of Art & Design through metal arts education, technology, and collaborative opportunities. The new Foundry will serve as a hub for students, faculty, staff, and artists to push the boundaries of research, creative expression and material exploration. Bidder Written Questions & Requests for Clarifications: All Questions must be submitted through the Bidnet platform by and arrive no later than the time and date indicated on the Summary Information Form, Page 1. Vendor identifying information will not be included in the response, as they will be sent out to all IFB participants as addendums to the IFB. All questions must be submitted in writing, citing the particular IFB page, section, and paragraph numbers where applicable. Only answers received as addendums through the Bidnet system are official. Deadline for Bid Submission: Submittals must be posted to the Bidnet platform using the link below by no later than August 21, 2026, 3pm EDT. Bid submittals received after the submission deadline will not be considered. The Bidnet Platform can be accessed here: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york/alfred Business enterprises awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: None
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Dewax Kiln - IFB 168027.pdf | ||
| IFB 168027 - Addendum 1.pdf |
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