Illinois State University
Invitation for Bid: Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope
Awarded to:Vendor: Advanced Imaging Concepts, Skillman, NJ
Amount: $109,995
Terms: One-time transaction
Number of unsuccessful, responsive bidders: 4
The University award process may be delayed up to thirty days as this award goes through a state approval process.
An addendum notice is attached to this solicitation in regards to a specification correction to the opening Brief Description. See the attached file: GB040617Add2
This modification is to correct an error in attachment GB040617Add1A.
The attachment incorrectly stated the opening date for IFB GB010517 was changed. Disregard this attachment and see the attached file GB040617Add1B.
The bid opening date has been changed to April 18, 2017. See the attached document, GB040617Add1A.
This modification is to provide a reminder to vendors about State of Illinois Requirements for submitting a Bid. See the attached file GB040617StateofILRequirements.docx
First published Thursday, March 23, 2017
Sealed bids will be accepted at the address below until 2:00 PM, Tuesday April 18, 2017:
Purchasing Office
Illinois State University at Uptown Crossing
1220 Campus Box
100 South Fell Avenue, Suite D
Normal, IL 61790
Illinois State University Department of Biological Sciences is seeking to purchase a Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope (LSCM). Extended support and parts availability is integral to any new system. The University is seeking bids for a new or refurbished/like new LSCM system. The new LSCM must be ruggedly designed for extended use by a multi-user microscopy facility. The system type is essential for many operations of our research and classroom curriculum.
For additional information, contact:
State Purchasing Officer - Constance Ratliff
The University reserves the right to accept or reject any and all responses or parts thereof.
Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) eligibility number is required on all proposals, if applicable. There is no BEP goal for this procurement.
This transaction is subject to the State Board of Elections registration and certification requirements of Public Act 095-0971.
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire
qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.
