Helena College Ganesh Lathe Bid

The University of Montana, Helena College is seeking bids for the procurement of three Ganesh Precision GT-1340 Universal Geared-Head Engine Lathes through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered UOFM-IFB2020-3143. The solicitation targets shop equipment for the college's technical education program, specifically focusing on mechanical tools and engineering equipment. The bid was released on February 28, 2020, with an electronic submission deadline of March 13, 2020, at 3:00 PM MDT. Interested vendors must submit their complete bid responses electronically, with the bid opening scheduled for February 28, 2020, at 4:00 PM MST. The procurement will utilize payment terms of 0% with net 30 days in US Dollars, and the evaluation will prioritize the total cost of ownership for the requested lathes. Potential bidders can contact Jody Parrow at jody.parrow@mso.umt.edu or +1 406-243-4064 for additional information or clarifications about the bid.

The bid documentation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. While the exact budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for three precision lathes, which typically represent a significant capital equipment investment for educational institutions. The bid focuses on obtaining high-quality precision lathes for technical education purposes, suggesting a potential award value in the range of $50,000 to $150,000, depending on the specific model specifications and any additional accessories or warranty provisions. The solicitation appears designed to provide Helena College with essential equipment to support its technical education program, targeting vendors capable of supplying professional-grade machining equipment for educational use.