Mississippi Procurement Portal #9250-26-R-RFIN-00038

Sole Source Procurement of iGC-NOVA High Temperature Surface Energy Analyzer for Research

Mississippi State University is seeking to acquire a specialized scientific instrument for advanced research: - Government Buyer: - Mississippi State University, Procurement & Contracts Office - OEM and Vendor: - Surface Measurement Systems (sole source OEM and vendor) - Product Requested: - iGC-NOVA High Temperature Surface Energy Analyzer - Quantity: 1 unit - Key features: - Flame Ionisation Detector with 10 ppb carbon sensitivity - Vapor phase injection system for both infinite and finite dilution - Hydrogen generator with leak detector - Flow rates of at least 40 mL/min with 0.03 accuracy - Software for surface uniformity mapping and solvent calibration - Furnace for direct column heating up to 500°C - Unique Requirements: - Instrument is required for research into material surface properties, especially for nuclear facility applications - A three-year market search confirmed no alternative sources with equivalent capabilities - Sole source justification based on unique technical features and research needs - Estimated contract value: $190,353.90 - Place of Performance: - Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS

Description

Mississippi State University is requesting a sole source purchase of an iGC-NOVA High Temperature Surface Energy Analyzer. This unique instrument is required for research into material surface properties, particularly for nuclear facilities, and includes specialized features such as a Flame Ionisation Detector, vapor phase injection system, hydrogen generator, and software for surface uniformity mapping. The university has determined this is the only source after a three-year search and is seeking to procure the equipment at an estimated cost of $190,353.90. Objections to the sole source designation must be submitted in writing to the procurement office.

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