RRCC 16-13-DQ Comparator Machine

Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) in Jefferson County, Colorado is issuing a Documented Quote bid for the procurement of an Optical Comparator Machine intended for classroom instruction at Warren Tech. The equipment specifications include a bench-top optical comparator featuring a 16-inch viewing area with ground glass screen, internal magnification lens mount, LED lighting with variable intensity controls, and a digital readout with 0.00004-inch resolution. Additional specifications include a motorized 15x6-inch X-Y travel worktable with hardened surface and fixturing slots, and a 20x lens. Delivery is required to 13300 W. 6th Avenue, Lakewood, Colorado. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Purchasing Office at Red Rocks Community College, Room 1172, by November 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. (MT). Award will be made to a single vendor based on the most advantageous offer considering price and other factors. All bids must include unit price for the optical comparator and separate shipping costs, a signed W-9 form, product information sheets, warranty information, and proof of Colorado Vendor Self Service (VSS) registration. Payment terms are Net 45 days from receipt of acceptable products and invoice.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) bidders receive a 5-percent deduction on total bid price upon submission of proper U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs certification. In the event of low tie bids, Colorado resident bidders receive preference in accordance with CRS section 24-103-202.5. All quotes must be exclusive of federal and state taxes, from which the College is exempt. The procurement is subject to federal grant compliance requirements, including Equal Employment Opportunity provisions, debarment and suspension verification, and access to records provisions. No specific budget range or award value is indicated in the procurement documents. The College reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will not accept counter-offers or alternate terms and conditions, with all award orders placed through Purchase Order issuance.