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University of Arkansas Fayetteville Solicits Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for Semiconductor Research

The University of Arkansas Fayetteville is soliciting bids for a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to support semiconductor research and fabrication at its Power Group and the Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility (MUSiC). - Government Buyer: - University of Arkansas Fayetteville (UAF), Office of Business Affairs, University Purchasing Official - Products and Services Requested: - 1 Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for semiconductor research and fabrication - Includes implementation, development, training, quality management, equipment management, revision control, and cybersecurity compliance - Annual subscription service and optional add-on modules (customer and education portals) - MES Implementation and Training Services - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 3 - Support for both on-premises and cloud-based solutions - Pricing must include shipping FOB destination Fayetteville, AR - Contract term is four years with three optional renewal years (up to seven years total) - Pricing awarded will be available to all University of Arkansas departments and other state public procurement units via cooperative addendum - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Fayetteville, AR (University of Arkansas campus)

Description

The University of Arkansas Fayetteville (UAF) is soliciting bids for a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to support its University of Arkansas Power Group (UAPG) and Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility (MUSiC). The MES will cover implementation, development, functionality, training, quality management, equipment management, revision control, and cybersecurity compliance including ITAR and CMMC. Bids must be submitted by April 29, 2026, with detailed pricing and scope information. The procurement aims to enhance semiconductor research and fabrication capabilities at UAF.

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