Establishment of a Cyclotron Facility at Florida International University (FIU)

Florida International University (FIU) is seeking proposals through an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN-2025-00130) for the establishment of a cyclotron facility at the Modesto Maidique Campus Innovation Complex in Miami-Dade County. The project involves designing, constructing, and operating two cyclotrons within a 6,000-10,000 square foot ground floor space, with additional office areas, to support clinical, research, and training efforts in partnership with Baptist Health South Florida. The successful respondent must complete the facility within 26 months of signing agreements, obtain FDA approval, and secure all necessary permits for operation. Key evaluation criteria include design and construction capabilities, experience with similar facilities, team qualifications, financial strength, and commitment to supporting FIU's research and educational programs. The procurement timeline includes a public posting on December 23, 2024, with inquiries due by January 13, 2025, and FIU's responses to be published by January 17, 2025. The final proposal submission deadline is January 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST, with electronic submissions required through FIU's Public Solicitation Portal.

The procurement requires complete private financing from the respondent, with no financial participation from FIU or the State of Florida. The lease will be triple net, with the respondent responsible for all costs including taxes, insurance, maintenance, utilities, and operations. Rent must be at least equal to the appraised fair market value, though credits may be offered for in-kind contributions to FIU. The respondent must own all equipment and remove it upon contract termination. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types are mentioned in the documentation. The project does not indicate any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure beyond the Innovation Complex building. While no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive nature of the project requires significant capital investment, including facility build-out, cyclotron equipment, and ongoing operational costs. The final contract may require Board of Trustees approval, with potential quarterly review meetings impacting the final contract issuance timeline.