Neve 32-ch 16-fader Genesys Black Analog Console - FRCC WC Music Dept.

Front Range Community College (FRCC) is seeking a Documented Quote (FRCC-DQ-26-03-W) for a Neve 32-ch 16-fader Genesys Black Analog Console for its Music Department's Recording Arts & Technology program, located in Adams County, Colorado. The procurement is specifically for a professional-grade analog audio console to be used for student training and practical experience in recording technologies. Written inquiries are due by October 15, 2025, at 2 PM Mountain Time, with quote submissions required by October 17, 2025, at 2 PM Mountain Time through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (Bidnet). The solicitation requires vendors to provide the analog console with comprehensive technical support and a two-year warranty, including all associated freight, shipping, and applicable tariffs. The estimated award selection and notification date is October 22, 2025, with payment terms set at FOB Destination and Net 45 days. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical specifications, support capabilities, warranty terms, and overall value proposition for the educational institution.

The procurement encourages participation from diverse business categories, including small businesses, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). As a state procurement, the opportunity is subject to state and potentially federal procurement regulations, with FRCC reserving the right to cancel the solicitation or reject any quotes deemed inappropriate. The college, which serves over 27,000 students annually and offers more than 200 degrees and certificates, seeks to acquire professional-grade recording equipment that mirrors industry standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves a specialized piece of professional audio equipment with associated technical support and warranty. Electronic submission of quotes is mandatory, and the state maintains flexibility in the selection process to ensure the best possible outcome for the educational institution's music technology program.