Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #50001-2805

LSU Solicits Near Infrared Equipment for Sugarcane and Soybean Quality Analysis

Louisiana State University (LSU) is seeking bids for advanced Near Infrared (NIR) equipment to support agricultural research and quality analysis: - Government Buyer: - Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (LSU) - LSU Procurement Services - Products/Services Requested: - Near Infrared (NIR) or Fourier Transform NIR (FT-NIR) equipment - Must analyze both solid and liquid samples - Includes calibration models for sugarcane (required), soybean, and soil (optional) - Sample presentation system for inhomogeneous materials - Specify manufacturer/brand and model/number in bid - Quantity: 1 unit - Onsite training for at least six users (one day) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be capable of measuring sucrose content (Pol), fiber percentage, soluble solids (Brix), and purity for sugarcane - Minimum 12-month warranty - Spare parts must be available for delivery within 48 hours - Factory technician support during work hours - Delivery and setup required at LSU AgCenter, Dean Lee Research and Extension Center in Alexandria, LA - Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; bidders must specify the manufacturer and model in their proposal

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of Near Infrared Equipment intended for evaluating the quality of shredded stalk and juice of sugarcane, including parameters such as sucrose content, fiber percentage, soluble solids, and purity. The equipment may also be used to determine the quality of soybean seeds and soil parameters. The supplier must provide a 12-month warranty, ensure availability of factory technicians during work hours, and stock spare parts for delivery within 48 hours. Delivery and setup are required on or before June 30th, 2026, at the LSU AgCenter, Dean Lee Research and Extension Center in Alexandria, LA, with one-day onsite training for users.

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