Opportunity
Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001482
Iowa State University Solicits Hyperspectral Food Imaging System for Dairy Research
Posted
July 21, 2026
Respond By
July 31, 2026
Identifier
RFQ-1001482
NAICS
334516, 423490
Iowa State University is seeking bids for a hyperspectral food imaging system to advance dairy science research. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University, Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, Administrative Services Building - Products/Services Requested: - Hyperspectral Food Imaging System for high-resolution near-infrared (NIR) spectral imaging (approx. 900-1700 nm or wider) - Must include camera, high-stability NIR illumination, optics, licensed data acquisition and analysis software, and be PC-compatible - System should be suitable for non-destructive analysis of cheese and other dairy products - Accessories, installation, training, shipping, insurance, tariffs, duties, and warranty must be included - Optional 1-year service/calibration agreement with at least one in-person preventive maintenance/calibration visit - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must support predictive modeling and graduate training - Delivery, installation, and full operational readiness required by the specified deadline - Detailed technical literature, warranty, and itemized quotations required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to all qualified suppliers offering brand name or equivalent systems
Description
Iowa State University, on behalf of the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, is soliciting bids for a hyperspectral imaging system. This equipment will be used in their dairy science research program to acquire high-resolution near-infrared spectral images of cheese and other dairy products for non-destructive characterization of composition and quality attributes. The system will support the development of predictive models, process monitoring, and graduate student training in advanced imaging, chemometrics, and artificial intelligence. It is strongly preferred that the system be delivered, installed, and fully operational no later than August 30, 2026.