MSU IFB Brand Specific Trimble R980

Montana State University Bozeman's Department of Civil Engineering is requesting bids for five complete Trimble RTK GPS units under IFB MSU-IFB-2027-0870, with bids due October 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MDT. The solicitation is restricted to Trimble brand products only.

The scope comprises five complete Trimble RTK GPS systems with associated components as detailed in buyer attachments. Bidders must provide a current W-9 form, company invoicing information, estimated delivery times, and documentation verifying compliance with specified requirements. All costs including tariffs, shipping, and applicable discounts must be included in the total cost quotation; the University will bear no additional expenses.

Payment terms are Net 30 with no prepayment discount. Awarded contractors must register in SmartBuyMSU, Montana State University's e-procurement system. Bidders must certify compliance with Montana Code Annotated 30-20-301 regarding nondiscrimination against firearm entities and disclose any artificial intelligence technology used in proposal development.

Questions should be directed to Heather Modroo at 406-994-3217 or Jeni Luft at 406-994-3210. Bids must remain sealed until the October 23 closure deadline.