RFP No. HM23004 Smart Manufacturing & Automation Lab

The California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is seeking qualified and experienced vendors to submit proposals for the establishment of a Smart Manufacturing & Automation Lab. This lab will provide Industrial and Manufacturing students with hands-on experiences in automation and robotics, modern manufacturing technologies, mechatronics, and Industry 4.0 technologies, serving as an essential component of the university's engineering education curriculum. The selected vendor will be responsible for setting up this lab, which aims to enhance students' skills and prepare them for the evolving demands of the workforce. Proposals are due by May 16, 2024, at 2:00 pm, following a mandatory video site visit on April 24, 2024.

The RFP includes requirements for small business and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) participation, as well as DVBE incentives. Proposers must be familiar with the California State University's General Provisions for Service and Commodity Acquisitions. While no incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, the university is seeking a vendor that can integrate with any existing infrastructure or technology to establish this new Smart Manufacturing & Automation Lab. The available budget for this project has not been specified.