Opportunity

Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #50001-2867

LSU Solicits Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System for Wind Lab Research

Posted

July 08, 2026

Respond By

July 23, 2026

Identifier

50001-2867

NAICS

334511

Louisiana State University (LSU) - Baton Rouge is seeking bids for a complete Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) system for its Open-jet wind lab research. - Government Buyer: - Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (LSU - Baton Rouge) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; bidders must specify manufacturer, brand, and model in proposals - Products/Services Requested: - One complete, modular, and upgradable Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) system - Capable of 2D/2C velocity measurements in high-speed, high-turbulence, and ambient daylight conditions - Minimum field of view: 1.0m x 1.0m - Vector spacing: 2mm - Sampling rate: 625 Hz for at least 15 minutes - Signal-to-noise ratio: at least 100 in outdoor conditions - Data acquisition software compatible with MATLAB, Python, and Tecplot - Seeding system for air flows - Optical mounts for large-scale setups - Compliance with ANSI Z136.1 and IEC 60825-1 laser safety standards - Onsite installation and up to two days of training for one trainee at LSU - Minimum one-year warranty - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be modular and upgradable - All components must be suitable for outdoor, high-turbulence wind lab environments - Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder - Bidders must provide detailed manufacturer, brand, and model information in their proposals

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of a Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) system for the Open-jet wind lab at Louisiana State University. The system must be a complete, modular, and upgradable solution capable of performing 2D/2C velocity measurements under ambient daylight conditions and high flow velocities. It should provide accurate and repeatable velocity fields, turbulence statistics, and meet specific spatial and temporal resolution requirements. The system must include data acquisition software, seeding and optics suitable for air flows, comply with laser safety standards, and include onsite installation and training with a minimum one-year warranty.

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