Multi-material, UV-assisted 3D printer(UW-MAD)[20-0054]

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Purchasing Services is soliciting bids for a multi-material, UV-assisted 3D printer for the Department of Mechanical Engineering through a Request for Bid (RFB) process. The procurement seeks one unit of specialized 3D printing equipment with specific technical requirements, including the capability to print using two or more materials with varying stiffness in a single job, a maximum sample size of 255x252x200 mm, and printing precision to 16 micrometers. The printer must demonstrate a wide range of material properties with shear modulus ranging from approximately 1MPa to ~1GPa. Bidders are required to submit two hard copies or one electronic copy of their completed bids by 2:00 PM CST on December 16, 2019, with written questions due by December 5, 2019. The University reserves the right to request oral presentations, product demonstrations, and site visits at its discretion. Award will be made based on the lowest extended net total price that is deemed to be in the University's best interest, with the contract becoming effective upon written notice of award.

The solicitation encourages participation from minority-owned businesses, woman-owned businesses, and disabled veteran-owned businesses for subcontracting opportunities. Bidders must certify they are not debarred from federal contracting and provide three client references from comparable institutions within the past three years. The procurement requires contractors to maintain the manufacturer's standard warranty and commit to a service response within 72 hours of initial contact, with issue completion expected within two weeks. Delivery will be F.O.B. Destination Installed to 1500 Engineering Drive in Madison, Wisconsin, with the contractor bearing all risk of loss. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, bidders are required to submit pricing for the initial equipment purchase and separately quote maintenance contract pricing for years 2-4 following warranty expiration. The University qualifies for governmental and educational discounts, which must be reflected in the unit pricing, with payment to be made net 30 days following acceptance and successful equipment testing.