Laboratory Digester

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) is seeking to procure a sophisticated dual-vessel laboratory digester system for advanced pulping research and experimentation. The proposed equipment must accommodate various feedstocks, including hardwood and softwood chip species and non-wood agricultural residues, with precise process control capabilities. Specific technical requirements include the ability to manage pulping processes through targeted H-factor, G-factor, or specific temperature-time profiles. Safety compliance is paramount, with the system required to meet rigorous laboratory operational safety standards. The solicitation will be conducted exclusively through the ShopUW+ Platform, with the bidding event (Event Number: 2025-UWSTP-00901-RFB) going live on January 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Potential vendors must submit all questions in written format by January 23, 2025, at 12:00 PM, either through the platform or via email to Amanda Rouse at purchasing@uwsp.edu. The final proposal submission deadline is set for January 30, 2025.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement is limited to vendors capable of meeting the complex technical specifications for the laboratory digester system. The solicitation appears to be an open competitive bid targeting specialized scientific equipment manufacturers with expertise in pulping technology and laboratory instrumentation. No incumbent vendor information or current contract details were provided in the original documentation. The procurement is specifically associated with Price County, Wisconsin, and appears to be part of a research initiative at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Although no specific budget range was disclosed, the complexity of the required dual-vessel laboratory digester system suggests a potentially significant investment in advanced research equipment. Interested vendors should carefully review the full requirements on the ShopUW+ Platform and ensure complete compliance with the technical specifications and submission guidelines.