Physical Property Measurement System (PPMS)

The University of North Dakota (UND) is soliciting bids for a Physical Property Measurement System (PPMS) to support its Nanofoundry program's materials characterization capabilities. This procurement opportunity, identified as solicitation number 424-2025, is being conducted through UND's Sourcing Portal and requires vendors to submit proposals by April 9, 2025. Interested bidders must be on the North Dakota State Bidders List and submit their responses exclusively through the specified online portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UND. Potential vendors must follow strict submission procedures, with new suppliers required to contact procurement officer Joe LaDoux at (701) 777-2966 or joe.ladoux@und.edu to obtain login credentials. The solicitation is being managed pursuant to North Dakota Century Code, and vendors must carefully review all bid document requirements and submission instructions to ensure compliance.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors on the North Dakota State Bidders List, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the available documentation. While specific budget ranges or award values are not explicitly stated in the provided materials, the procurement is for a sophisticated scientific instrument designed for advanced materials research. New suppliers will need to complete registration through UND's supplier portal, which requires direct communication with the procurement officer to obtain necessary login credentials. Existing vendors with previous UND supplier portal accounts can utilize their current login information to submit their proposal. The procurement is specifically targeted at acquiring a Physical Property Measurement System for the university's Nanofoundry program, indicating a specialized scientific equipment procurement with potential significance for research and materials science applications.