Opportunity
University of Minnesota Ionwave #11128.2445376.AT
University of Minnesota seeks UHV thin film deposition system (sputtering + e-beam evaporation)
Posted
July 10, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
11128.2445376.AT
NAICS
334516
The University of Minnesota's Electrical and Computer Engineering department is seeking proposals for a thin film deposition system with both sputtering and e-beam evaporation capabilities. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department - Products/Services Requested: - Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) thin film deposition system - Must include both sputtering and e-beam evaporation functions - Intended for research and academic use - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strict prohibition on direct contact with the department during the RFP process - Mandatory review of all supplier process documentation and instructions - All proposals must be submitted via the MBID Ionwave portal - Open to all qualified suppliers capable of delivering the required technology
Description
The University of Minnesota's Electrical and Computer Engineering department is seeking proposals for a thin film deposition system that includes sputtering and e-beam evaporation capabilities. Respondents are instructed not to contact the department directly during the RFP process and must review all provided supplier process information and attributes before submitting questions. The submission deadline is a hard close on September 11, 2026, and late or erroneous submissions will be rejected by the system. The contact person for this solicitation is Alicia Theisen at the University of Minnesota.