Recirculating CO2 pump(UW-MAD)[20-0098]

The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Purchasing Services Department is seeking bids for a recirculating CO2 pump through Request for Bid (RFB) 20-0098 on behalf of the Engineering Physics Department. The procurement targets a specialized pump with specific technical requirements, including a maximum flow rate of at least 13 gallons per minute, maximum inlet and discharge pressures of 4,350 psi, and pump-generated pressure capabilities of at least 4,350 psi. Key bid submission parameters include electronic submission to bids@bussvc.wisc.edu with the RFB number and vendor name in the subject line, with all bid prices remaining firm for sixty days from the bid opening date. Bids are due by June 18, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, with written questions accepted until June 11, 2020. The University reserves the right to require oral presentations, product demonstrations, and vendor site visits prior to award, with the contract to be awarded based on the lowest extended net total bid deemed in the best interest of the University.

The procurement encourages participation from certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Woman-Owned Businesses (WBE), and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVB), offering preferences for qualified MBE and DVB firms submitting bids within 5 percent of the lowest bid. Bidder qualifications include being original manufacturers, authorized distributors, or dealer-authorized service providers with at least three years of experience providing recirculating pump items or services. Vendors must submit client references, comprehensive warranty information, maintenance contract details, and insurance certificates that name the Board of Regents as an additional insured. The bid requires F.O.B. Destination pricing, which must include all packing, freight, insurance charges, and installation/operation manuals. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the procurement process emphasizes comprehensive evaluation beyond just price, considering factors such as technical specifications, vendor experience, and overall value to the University.