Multi-tube Thermal Desorber

Texas A&M University's Administrative Services Procurement Office is conducting an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a multi-tube thermal desorber on behalf of multiple Texas A&M entities, including AgriLife Research, AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M Forest Service, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, and the Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to supply a specialized scientific equipment piece, with specific technical requirements detailed in the full solicitation. Potential bidders must register on the AggieBid platform (https://bids.scitech.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=TAMU) using bid number AG-RSCH-ITB-6551 to access complete specifications and submit electronic responses. Critical procurement dates include the questions deadline on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time, with the final bid closing and submission deadline set for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Vendors are advised to register early to prevent submission delays and are responsible for monitoring the AggieBid site for potential addenda. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Madilyn Mote, Buyer I, who can be reached at 979-314-1589 or madilyn.mote@ag.tamu.edu.

The solicitation documentation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided regarding incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requiring integration. While the procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid process, potential vendors should carefully review the complete solicitation documents on the AggieBid platform for any nuanced requirements or qualifications. The posting notice does not disclose specific budget ranges or anticipated award values for the multi-tube thermal desorber. Interested vendors must thoroughly examine the technical specifications and ensure their proposed equipment meets the precise requirements of the multiple Texas A&M entities involved in this procurement. Electronic submission through the AggieBid platform will be the only method of response acceptance, emphasizing the importance of early registration and careful preparation of bid materials.