Injection Molding Machine

Haywood Community College is seeking to procure a BOY 35E injection molding machine for its computer-integrated machining training program through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 01-HCC032025. The procurement is specifically designed to support local manufacturing workforce development, particularly in preparation for employment with manufacturers like Sonoco and Consolidated Metco following the Canton paper mill closure. The machine must meet detailed technical specifications, including a Procan ALPHA 6 Control, 38 U.S. Tons clamping unit, 28mm plasticising unit, hydraulic ejector, 4-zone water distributors, and temperature control. The machine is required to have 230V power, comprehensive safety features, and UL certification standards. The bid was issued on March 25, 2025, with a bid opening deadline of April 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET, and the machine must be delivered to 23 Hendrix Street, Waynesville, NC by August 1, 2024. Vendors are expected to provide pricing for the machine, extended warranty, and estimated freight costs.

The procurement appears to be supported by a Job Training Programs Grant and does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid documentation does not reference incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is for a single injection molding machine intended for educational purposes. The machine's procurement is aligned with workforce development goals, specifically targeting training students for potential employment in local manufacturing sectors. Vendors responding to the bid will need to demonstrate their ability to provide a machine that meets the precise technical specifications outlined in the IFB, with a focus on supporting educational training objectives and compatibility with industry standards.