Electronic Bicycle Ergometer (UW-MAD) [18-3141]

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is soliciting bids for a specialized Electronic Bicycle Ergometer through a Simplified Request for Bid (RFB) 18-3141, issued by its Purchasing Services Department for the Department of Kinesiology. The procurement requires a sophisticated ergometer with specific technical capabilities, including compatibility with Parvomedics Metabolic cart equipment, adjustable components to accommodate users from pediatric to large adult sizes, and the ability to measure force on individual feet and cranks. The equipment must support work rate control through multiple interfaces, including personal computer, metabolic cart, and manual operation. Bid questions were due by July 19, 2017, with final bids required on July 24, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. CDT. The University reserves the right to request oral presentations, product demonstrations, and vendor site visits before making an award. Bidders must be original manufacturers, authorized distributors, or manufacturer-authorized dealers with a minimum of three years of experience providing ergometer equipment.

The procurement encourages participation from diverse businesses, specifically highlighting opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises, Woman-Owned Businesses, and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses for subcontracts or incidental goods and services. Successful bidders must provide the manufacturer's standard warranty, maintain replacement parts availability within seven days, and perform maintenance and repairs on-site, with the University's permission required for off-site service. Payment terms are net 30 days following successful acceptance testing, which will occur within 15 days of delivery. The ergometer must be delivered to 2000 Observatory Drive in Madison, Wisconsin, with all delivery charges, risk of loss, packing, freight, insurance, and installation/operation manuals included in the bid price, excluding import/export costs. While no specific award value is mentioned, the detailed technical specifications and comprehensive service requirements suggest this is a specialized, potentially high-value procurement targeting advanced research or medical training equipment.