Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder

The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University is soliciting bids for a Parallel Co-Rotational Twin-Screw Extruder. The extruder will be used to provide an all-in-one capability of mixing, compounding, and processing inorganic powder-loaded polymers for injection molding and extrusion. Specifically, this till will advance current research efforts on low-cost processing methods of recycled container glass and expand future research opportunities in the growing field of additive manufacturing. This acquisition will benefit both the institution and students. By enabling integration with both traditional and advanced processing tecniques, a twin-screw extruder provides students with hands-on experience in modernized manufacturing technologies and strengthens the institution's capacity to expand materials research and compete for future funding. Bidder Written Questions and Requests for Clarifications: All Questions must be submitted through the Bidnet platform by and arrive no later than the time and date indicated on the Summary Information Form, Page 1. Vendor identifying information will not be included in the response, as they will be sent out to all IFB participants as addendums to the IFB. All questions must be submitted in writing, citing the particular IFB page, section, and paragraph numbers where applicable. Only answers received as addendums through the Bidnet system are official. Deadline for Bid Submission: Submittals must be posted to the Bidnet platform using the link below by no later than February 5, 2026, 3pm EST. Bid submittals received after the submission deadline will not be considered. The Bidnet Platform can be accessed here: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york/alfred. Business enterprises awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: None