Whole Body Plethysmography System (Body Box)

Texas State University issued Invitation for Bid 754-TXST-2026-IFB-470-RC for the procurement of a Whole Body Plethysmography System, specifically a cryogen-free superconducting measurement system. This is an equipment procurement designed to support the university's research capabilities in pulmonary and respiratory function testing. Qualified respondents must submit proposals electronically through the TXST MarketPlace (Jaggaer) system by April 3, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time. The solicitation document is available at https://solutions.sciquest.com/apps/Router/SupplierLogin?CustOrg=TexasState, where interested vendors can access complete technical specifications, evaluation criteria, pricing requirements, and all terms and conditions. Respondents should review all supporting materials available through the submission portal to ensure compliance with bid requirements. The procurement emphasizes the need for equipment meeting specific technical and performance standards appropriate for a university research environment.

The solicitation documents provided do not contain explicit information regarding set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise restrictions, incumbent contractors, funding sources, contract duration, renewal options, or specific award values and budget ranges. Interested vendors should access the complete solicitation documentation through the TXST MarketPlace portal to obtain details regarding any applicable preferences for small businesses, historically underutilized businesses, or other qualifying designations that may apply to this procurement. The evaluation criteria and any existing technological requirements or integration needs with current university infrastructure should be reviewed in the full solicitation materials. Bidders are encouraged to contact Texas State University through the TXST MarketPlace system for clarification on any technical specifications or procurement terms prior to the April 3, 2026 submission deadline.