Zr (Zirconium) Crystal Bar

Washington State University (WSU) is seeking to procure 50 kg of high-purity zirconium crystal bars through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, specifically designated as RFP CC74-TC33869. The procurement targets zirconium crystal bars with precise technical specifications, including a minimum purity of Zr+Hf>99.5%, bar diameters between 20-50 mm, and pieces less than 2" in length. The material must be virgin zirconium produced by the crystal-bar (iodide) process, with strict limitations on oxygen, carbon, and nitrogen content, and must be certified through third-party analysis. The bid is open to vendors, with responses due by June 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST, and Tim Champoux from WSU Purchasing is the designated contact for potential vendor inquiries. Bidders are required to submit detailed unit pricing, product information, and a signed Certifications & Assurances form, with payment terms set at NET 30. The zirconium crystal bars are intended for research purposes and will be shipped to the WSU Applied Sciences Library in Spokane, Washington, subject to FAR Part 25 Buy American requirements.

The procurement encourages responses from Washington certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) vendors, with a preference for US-based suppliers. The bid allows email submissions and requires vendors to provide estimated lead times and shipping expenses, with shipping terms of FOB Destination or FOB Origin/Ex Works with insurance. Key evaluation criteria include compliance with technical specifications, no alternatives or substitutions, lead time, and shipping costs. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a focus on high-quality, research-grade zirconium crystal bars. The solicitation is open to multiple jurisdictions across Washington State, including but not limited to Franklin County, Grant County, Grays Harbor County, Chelan County, and Yakima County, among numerous other counties and municipalities. Vendors must demonstrate strict adherence to the detailed technical requirements and provide comprehensive documentation to be considered for the contract.