Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bid #C222M
Invitation for Bid:
Scientific Sterilizer
Awarded to:
Vendor: Steris Corporation, Erie, PA
Amount:
$40,693
Terms: One-time transaction
Number of Unsuccessful, Responsive Bidders:
4
Comments:
The award is being made to Steris Corporation over two lower bidders for the following reasons: The low bidder offered a reconditioned unit with a submarine door design, neither of which are as specified. The next lower bid does not afford electronic control which was specified, and the Steris model sterilization cycles offer more flexibility. In addition, the second low bidder's delivery schedule of 90-120 days will not allow for state funds to be expended prior to the FY04 cutoff date. The Steris unit delivery schedule is 30 days ARO.
The University award process may be delayed up to thirty days as this award goes through a state approval process.
First published
Tuesday March 30, 2004
Sealed bids will be accepted at the address below until
2:00 PM,
Friday April 16, 2004:
Purchasing Office
108 Miles Hall
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale,
IL
62901-6813
for a scientific sterilizer.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking bids for one scientific sterilizer, to meet the following specifications:- 20" x 20" x 38" chamber
- Gravity
- Single door, vertical
- Cabinet, single door
- Standard brass and copper threaded
- Building steam
- 120 volt, single phase
- English language
- Stainless steel jacket and chamber
- Touch screen control with security features
- Power sliding chamber door
- Active seal gasket
- Option for free standing installation
- Deinstallation and removal of existing sterilizer
- Loading rack and two shelves for 20" x 20" x 38" sterilizer, single door unit only
- Bid price must include installation of new unit and deinstallation of existing unit
The University offers for trade-in consideration one AMSCO model powerclave.
An award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting specifications and conditions.
The University reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids or parts thereof.
Vendor may expect payment thirty to sixty days after receipt of invoice, unless otherwise stated in the bid/RFP documents.
Bidding documents may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing Office.
Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) eligibility number is required on all bid proposals.
(Submitted by Cathy Hagler, State Purchasing Officer.)
For additional information, contact:
Pat Cook
Phone: (618) 453-5751
FAX: (618) 453-6714
E-Mail:
pcook@siu.edu
