Laser confocal microscope/3D surface profiler

The University of Wyoming is seeking bids for a Laser Confocal Microscope/3D Surface Profiler through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered TGP-2025-30. The procurement is specifically for a sophisticated scientific instrument with precise technical requirements, including laser-based confocal capabilities, 1 nm height and width display resolution, focus variation functionality, multiple illumination options, and direct ISO certified roughness comparison. Electronic bid submissions are due by 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time on October 21, 2025, through the BidNet platform, with the equipment to be delivered to the university's loading dock in Laramie, Wyoming. The university will provide full placement and installation of the equipment, which must be new and carry a manufacturer's warranty. Bidders are required to submit a completed bid form, Exhibit 1 (export compliance information), current lead time, specification sheets, and warranty details. Evaluation criteria include technical specifications, warranty, lead time, and compliance with university requirements.

The solicitation includes a 5% preference for Wyoming residents for equal-quality products, with suppliers required to have a current Wyoming residency certification. The procurement has net 45 payment terms with no prepayment allowed, and the university will award the contract on an all-or-nothing basis, reserving the right to accept or reject bids. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with sustainability practices, equal opportunity employment standards, and U.S. export control regulations. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the complexity of the scientific equipment suggests a potentially significant investment. The procurement emphasizes working with manufacturer partners in good standing and seeks a comprehensive solution that meets the University of Wyoming's advanced research and scientific imaging needs. Interested vendors must carefully review all specifications and ensure full compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the solicitation document.