FeNO Measurement Devices (45) (UW-MAD) [20-0029]

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for 45 FDA-approved FeNO measurement devices to support the Precision Interventions for Severe and/or Exacerbation Prone Asthma (PrecISE) Network research study. The procurement is a five-year clinical trial requiring devices capable of supporting approximately 21,000 tests, with each unit needing an accompanying test kit and spare breathing handle. The devices will be initially shipped to UW-Madison and then distributed to over 40 participating research sites across the United States, Canada, and potentially the United Kingdom. Bidders must submit comprehensive pricing information, including unit list price, net unit price, and extended net total for each item, with all associated costs such as packing, freight, and insurance. The bid response deadline is September 30, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. CDT, with written questions accepted until September 23, 2019. The University reserves the right to conduct product demonstrations and vendor site visits prior to award, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest extended net total bid deemed in the best interest of the University.

The solicitation includes provisions for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), and Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (DVB) firms, which may receive preference consideration if their bid is within 5% of the lowest bid. Contractors must provide a manufacturer standard warranty and offer unlimited call-back maintenance service during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday). The University qualifies for governmental and educational discounts, which must be reflected in unit pricing. Payment terms are Net 30 days upon acceptance of goods and verification of all specifications and performance requirements. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves 45 devices with additional requirements for test kits, spare parts, and five-year maintenance, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Bids can be submitted via mail, hand delivery, or email to bids@bussvc.edu, with contact for questions being Janet Bresnahan from UW-Madison Purchasing Services.