Evaporator for thin film synthesis (2025-UWMSN-00906-RFB)

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for an evaporator system specifically designed for thin film synthesis, with a formal Request for Bid (RFB) numbered 2025-UWMSN-00906-RFB. The procurement covers a sophisticated scientific instrument with specific technical requirements, including capability for 4 evaporation source ports, power supplies for 2 evaporators, and co-deposition capabilities. The solicitation is open to qualified vendors who can provide a system meeting the detailed technical specifications outlined in the original bidding documents. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically through the UWisconsin online bidding portal at bids.sciquest.com by the submission deadline of February 18, 2025. All questions regarding the solicitation must be directed exclusively to Thomas English via email, with no alternative communication channels permitted. The procurement process involves careful review of technical capabilities, with performance testing and verification to be conducted based on the specifications in Section 6 of the original Terms and Requirements document.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid for a specialized scientific research instrument. The solicitation covers jurisdictions in Dane County and Mattoon Village, Wisconsin, suggesting potential local economic impact. No incumbent vendor information or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specified in the available documents. The amendment to the original RFB indicates flexibility in the system configuration, allowing for future expansion of evaporation sources. Though no specific budget range is provided, the complexity of the thin film synthesis evaporator suggests a potentially significant capital investment typical of advanced research equipment. Vendors will likely need to demonstrate technical expertise in thin film deposition technologies and the ability to meet precise scientific research instrument specifications.