MSU IFB 2024-0616 CSD Indulge Baxter Ovens

Montana State University (MSU) in Gallatin County has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MSU-IFB-2024-0616 for the Culinary Services Department to procure two Baxter Rotating Double Rack Ovens, specifically the OV520G2 model for the Indulge Bakery. The procurement involves the purchase of commercial kitchen equipment with a specific delivery requirement between May 13, 2024, and May 17, 2024, with equipment to be placed in the Hapner Residence Hall lobby. The bid was released on March 11, 2024, and will close on March 25, 2024, at 2:00 PM MDT, with procurement contact Jessika Thomas managing the process. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating compliance with specifications outlined in the "IFB 2024-0616 Attachment 1 Specifications and Requirements" document and submit a current W-9 form, company invoice details, and contact information for the contract liaison. Evaluation criteria include the ability to meet technical specifications, delivery timeline, and potential reference checks, with the university reserving the right to verify a bidder's performance capabilities.

The procurement opportunity appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Payment terms are established at 0% with Net 30 conditions, and vendors must provide a quote valid for at least 30 days. Bidders are required to certify they do not have discriminatory practices against firearm entities. The commodity codes associated with this procurement include 0302 (Kitchen Appliances) and 0301 (Commercial Appliances), indicating the specific product category for these industrial bakery ovens. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for two high-end commercial rotating rack ovens, suggesting a potentially significant investment. Negative references may result in proposal disqualification, and the university will use references to verify the bidder's ability to perform the contract effectively.