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AutoStage Hardware Upgrade for Plastometrex Plastometer at Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University (MSU) is seeking a sole source hardware upgrade for its materials testing equipment at the Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS). - Government Buyer: - Mississippi State University, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS) - Director of Procurement & Contracts: Don Buffum, CPPO - OEM and Vendor: - Plastometrex (manufacturer and sole source provider) - Products Requested: - AutoStage hardware module upgrade for bench-top indentation plastometer - Quantity: 1 - Description: Adds automated positioning, testing, and property mapping capabilities, including high-temperature property measurements - Supports AI/ML-driven materials development and high-throughput testing - Unique Requirements: - Sole source procurement due to patent exclusivity; Plastometrex is the only provider - Academic discount applied ($15,319 off standard price) - Upgrade addresses specialized testing needs for small and functionally graded materials - Intended to support Department of Defense and related agency projects - Estimated Contract Value: - $43,599 (after academic discount)

Description

This is a sole source procurement by Mississippi State University for a manufacturer upgrade to add an AutoStage hardware module to a bench-top indentation plastometer. The upgrade enables automated property testing for materials characterization, enhancing productivity and allowing high-throughput material characterization. The procurement is unique due to the patented technology and the specific capabilities of the existing plastometer system. Responses are due by September 24, 2026.

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