Opportunity

Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001507

Iowa State University seeks large-scale 3D construction printer for Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering Department

Posted

September 02, 2026

Respond By

September 16, 2026

Identifier

RFQ-1001507

NAICS

333249, 423810, 811212

Iowa State University is seeking to procure a large-scale 3D construction printer for its Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University, Board of Regents, State of Iowa - Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering - Procurement Services Department - Products Requested: - Large-scale 3D construction printer - Minimum print area: 2m x 1m x 1m - Preferred print area: 5m x 5m x 3m - Capable of printing with concrete, soil, small synthetic, natural, and metal fibers - Supports variable speed extrusion, multiple nozzle sizes, integrated software - Compatible with standard file formats and non-proprietary materials - Allows for alteration and infusion of additives - Offers accepted for new or fully refurbished equipment (with warranty) - Services Requested: - Installation and testing of the printer - Training for staff on operation, maintenance, and software - Ongoing product support, warranty and non-warranty repairs, and technical assistance - Equipment repair, installation, and maintenance (high risk) - Delivery including freight, insurance, mobilization, and customs fees - Hourly onsite service/labor rates and per diem service rates - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal grant terms and related clauses - High-risk equipment insurance requirements (Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability) - Ability to provide references and detailed technical documentation - System must support non-proprietary print materials and allow for additive infusion - Opportunity is open to all qualified suppliers; no specific OEMs named

Description

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting information from qualified contractors to provide a large-scale 3D printer capable of printing with a variety of construction materials including concrete, soil, and various fibers. The printer will be used by the ISU Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering for construction-related projects. The solicitation includes requirements for equipment specifications, print materials, software, installation, testing, training, and support services. Responses must be submitted through ISUBid by September 16, 2026, with questions due by September 14, 2026.

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