Servo-Driven Mechanical Press

NC State University's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is seeking procurement of a 200-ton Servo-Driven Mechanical Press for conventional and advanced metal forming studies in Wake County, North Carolina. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicits one equipment unit with associated installation services, documentation, and training. Bidders must submit comprehensive PDF responses through the Bonfire Public Portal by January 23, 2026, at 5:00 pm EST, and are required to provide three references of similar work performed within the past three years, along with relevant technical documentation. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by January 19, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST. The evaluation criteria will consider multiple factors including price, quality, vendor reputation, specification conformance, suitability for intended use, and delivery terms. Bidders must comply with product safety listing requirements, including OSHA standards and certifications from organizations like the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. The University reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make partial, progressive, or multiple awards as deemed advantageous.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must provide a Certificate of Insurance and maintain specific insurance coverages, including Worker's Compensation Insurance with employer's liability coverage of at least $500,000, Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000, and Automobile Liability Insurance. Communication with the end-user department is prohibited during the bid process, with all inquiries directed to the contracting officer, Amy Mears. The University is tax-exempt under Tax Exempt Number 400021, and bidders should invoice applicable taxes as separate line items. Quotation responses will remain valid for 45 days from the bid opening date. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement involves a sophisticated piece of scientific equipment with comprehensive service requirements, suggesting a potentially significant investment for advanced research capabilities in mechanical and aerospace engineering.