Transmission Electron Microscope

Washington State University is seeking to procure a new Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) system to be utilized by users from various colleges and departments at the university, as well as neighboring industry and institutions. The TEM must be intuitive and easy to use, with automated alignment changes from 200 kV to 120 kV or 80 kV, and flexible capabilities. The Request for Sealed Bid (RFSB) outlines the minimum specifications for the TEM, including requirements for EDS, CMOS camera, direct electron detector, electron tomography, 4DSTEM, and in-situ capabilities. Bidders are required to provide details on operational costs, service agreements, training, software packages, and lead time. Proposals are due by November 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM local PST, and Washington State University reserves the right to award the contract to the highest scoring responsive bidder.

The RFSB does not indicate any set-asides or preferences for Minority or Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE). It also does not specify any incumbent vendors or the current contractual environment. The funding for this project is provided by Washington State University, but the RFSB does not disclose the available budget or any specific funding sources.