Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001490

ISU Solicits Bench-top Bioreactor and Cell Culture System for Research and Biomanufacturing

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is seeking bids for a bench-top, parallel bioreactor and cell culture system to advance research and biomanufacturing under the NSF RuralSTAMINA Biomanufacturing Engine initiative. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU), Procurement Agent: Craig Sondgeroth - Products/Services Requested: - Bench-top, parallel bioreactor and cell culture system - At least four independently controlled bioreactor stations (expandable to eight) - Controllers, software, licenses, and all necessary accessories - Installation, commissioning, and operator training - Standard warranty (minimum 12 months) and technical support - Optional preventive maintenance or extended warranty for an additional 12 months - Key Technical Requirements: - System must support microbial, yeast, and mammalian cell cultures - Real-time monitoring, data logging, and export capabilities - Software must operate on Windows or equivalent platforms - Expandability for advanced gas and biomass monitoring, modular sensor integration, automated feeding, remote monitoring, and enhanced analytics is preferred - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified manufacturers - Procurement is federally funded; compliance with federal terms and conditions is required - Bidders must provide detailed, itemized quotes and technical datasheets

Description

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting bids for a bench-top, parallel bioreactor system to support research, process development, and biomanufacturing activities associated with the NSF RuralSTAMINA Biomanufacturing Engine in Iowa and Nebraska. The system should be a flexible, single-use bioreactor platform capable of supporting microbial, yeast, and mammalian cell culture applications with scalability and advanced monitoring capabilities. The procurement includes the complete bench-top system with controller(s), software, licenses, accessories, installation, commissioning, operator training, warranty, and technical support. Bidders must submit detailed, itemized quotes and technical datasheets through the ISUBid system by August 19, 2026.

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