High-Resolution Respirometer
| Agency: | Iowa State University |
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| State: | Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Posted Date: | Mar 11, 2024 |
| Due Date: | Mar 20, 2024 |
| Solicitation No: | RFQ-1000966 |
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RFQ-1000966
High-Resolution Respirometer
Issue Date: 3/6/2024
Questions Deadline: 3/18/2024 11:00 AM (CT)
Response Deadline: 3/20/2024 03:00 PM (CT)
Contact Information
Contact: Melissa Gruhn
Address: 1340 Administrative Services Building
2221 Wanda Daley Drive
Ames, IA 50011-1004
Email: msgruhn@iastate.edu
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Event Information
Number:
RFQ-1000966
Title:
High-Resolution Respirometer
Type:
Request for Quote (Public)
Issue Date:
3/6/2024
Question Deadline: 3/18/2024 11:00 AM (CT)
Response Deadline: 3/20/2024 03:00 PM (CT)
Notes:
On behalf of the Animal Science Department, Iowa State University is requesting
bids for High-Resolution Respirometry equipment to measure mitochondrial
respiration in whole tissue samples such as muscle, liver, ovary, and other tissues
as needed to support research objectives largely related to stress, toxicants, and
pathology.
Suppliers should read all materials carefully and note the due date.
Suppliers must direct all questions and comments in reference to this RFP to the
University Representative using the QUESTIONS tab via this electronic bid system.
Bid Attachments
ISU Instructions.pdf
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Review the instructions for important information. REVISED APRIL 2022
ISU General Terms & Conditions.pdf
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Review the general terms and conditions carefully and any exceptions should be listed in the "Attributes" section.
REVISED APRIL 2022
Insurance Language - Equipment Repair, Install, Maintenance (low risk) 09-2020.pdf
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Insurance Requirements - Equipment Repair, Install, Maintenance (low risk) 09-2020
ISU Federal Grant Terms.pdf
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Review the federal grant terms carefully.
Requested Attachments
Technical Datasheet
(Attachment required)
Attach a Technical Data Sheet for each component being offered.
Detailed Quote
(Attachment required)
Attach a detailed, itemized quote for all equipment and services included in the offer.
Warranty Information
Attach a document describing the warranty
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Bid Attributes
1 INTENDED PURPOSE AND APPLICATION / SCOPE OF WORK
The High-Resolution Respirometry equipment described in this bid will be used to measure
mitochondrial respiration in whole tissue samples such as muscle, liver, ovary, and other tissues as
needed to support research objectives largely related to stress, toxicants, and pathology.
2 EVALUATION CRITERIA
The evaluation criteria utilized for this RFP may be based upon, but not limited to the following criteria:
Ability to meet or exceed the specifications
Total cost
Installation and training offered
Lead Time
Warranty
Customer service offered
ISU reserves the right to waive minor differences in the stated specifications, if an offered system is found to be
substantially compliant, and its’ purchase would be in the University’s best interest.
Proposal Process and Ev aluation. The proposal process employed by ISU allows Suppliers latitude in responding
to the needs of ISU. The features and requirements stated Technical Specifications represent ISU’s best assessment
of technical requirements. Suppliers should communicate with ISU to ensure they understand the equipment
requirements of the university.
Read and understood
(Required: Check if applicable)
3 EQUALITY OF EQUIPMENT
University will consider equipment that, in the opinion of University, is equal to or better in performance and quality
than the equipment specified in the Specifications.
Read and understood
(Required: Check if applicable)
4 High-Resolution Respirometry System
All proposals/quotations are expected to meet or exceed the technical specifications below.
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5 TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
At a minimum, the equipment will have the following:
Capability of measuring mitochondrial respiration in whole tissues
Capability of measuring mitochondrial respiration in 6 or more samples simultaneously (this may be
accomplished through purchasing multiple units)
High throughput - included as an option if necessary
Options exist to upgrade and/or to expand the capability of the instrument for future projects.
Additional options MAY be included in your quote if they are clearly marked as OPTIONAL and the
costs are clearly itemized.
Describe how your unit meets or exceeds the specifications.
Attach supporting documentation in the Response Attachments Tab.
(Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed)
6 SOFTWARE
Highlight the features of the software that is included with the equipment.
A supporting document may be uploaded in the RESPONSE ATTACHMENTS tab to provide greater detail.
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
7 INSTALLATION AND TRAINING
Describe the installation and training services that are included with the unit(s).
Ideally, installation would be in-person and training would be in-person for 3 (or more) ISU users.
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
8 Describe the warranty duration and what does it cover?
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
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9 Customer Support
Please provide the methods and hours customer support is available
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
1 Response Time
0 Describe your guaranteed response time to customer support requests.
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
1 DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, AND TRAINING TIMELINE
1 Describe the proposed timeline for delivery, installation, and training for the equipment.
Be specific as the lead time for this equipment is an evaluation criteria.
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
Bid Lines
1 High-Resolution Respirometer(s)
(Response required)
Quantity: 1 UOM: EA
Price: $
Total: $
Item Notes:
ENTER TOTAL COST OF THE SYSTEM INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, ACCESSORIES, PACKAGING,
DELIVERY, DUTIES, INSTALLATION, AND TRAINING.
IF ISU WOULD BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE MULTIPLE
INSTRUMENTS IN ORDER TO MEET THE OBJECTIVES DESCRIBED
IN THIS RFQ, THE AMOUNT YOU ENTER HERE MUST BE THE TOTAL
COST FOR ALL SYSTEMS.
No bid
Alternate specification
(Attach separate sheet)
Additional notes
(Attach separate sheet)
ATTACH A SUPPORTING QUOTE DOCUMENT IN THE RESPONSE
ATTACHMENT TAB.
COSTS CAN BE ITEMIZED ON THE QUOTE
Supplier Notes:
2 FORM OF BID - Additional Offer Information
Price: $
Item Notes:
Respond to the following and include attachments where
required.
Supplier Notes:
Total: $
Additional notes
(Attach separate sheet)
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