# Clemson University Ionwave #0005556

Clemson University Solicits Newport Spectrofluorometer System and Accessories

**Posted:** September 14, 2026
**Respond By:** September 29, 2026
**Identifier:** 0005556
**NAICS:** 423490

Clemson University's College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences is seeking sealed bids for a one-time purchase of a Newport-brand spectrofluorometer system and related accessories.
- **Government Buyer:**
  - Clemson University, College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
- **OEM Requirement:**
  - All equipment must be new and exclusively manufactured by Newport Corporation
- **Products Requested:**
  - Spectrofluorometer with fiber coupling for excitation output and emission input
  - Excitation monochromator (CS130B-2-MC) and emission monochromator (CS260B-1-MC-D) with custom gratings
  - High-power Xenon arc lamp (300W+, 66485-300XF-R1)
  - Mounting kits, filter holders, filter adapters, fiber bundle adapters, SMA fiber holders
  - Fiber bundles (H.G. Fused Silica, 77539), UV-Si and Ge photodiode detectors (DET-L-SIUV-T-C, DET-L-GE-T-C)
  - Low noise BNC cables, lab power supplies, temperature controller cables, TE controllers, detector-to-power supply cables
  - Focusing lens assemblies, spacer tube lens kits, USB cables
  - Software integration for microscope infrastructure and data acquisition
- **Quantities and Part Numbers:**
  - Most items requested in quantities of 1 or 2; all part numbers specified for Newport products
- **Services Requested:**
  - On-site installation and commissioning
  - Minimum 2 days user training
  - Remote technical support during warranty period
  - Minimum one-year parts and labor warranty, including software updates and bug fixes
- **Unique/Notable Requirements:**
  - All products must be Newport brand; no substitutions allowed
  - System must be self-contained and fit within a 3 x 6 floor space
  - Cross-compatibility required between monochromators
  - Shipping instructions: FOB Destination or DDP depending on origin; itemized tariff estimates for international shipments
  - Award to lowest responsible and responsive offeror
- **Estimated Contract Value:**
  - Likely in the range of $80,000 to $150,000 based on scope and Newport pricing
- **Primary OEM Highlight:**
  - Newport Corporation is the sole manufacturer specified for all equipment

### Description

Clemson University is seeking bids for a spectrofluorometer and related equipment as detailed in the Scope of Work and Attachment A. The procurement is a one-time purchase requiring all equipment to be new and of the Newport Corporation brand. The equipment includes a spectrofluorometer with fiber coupling excitation output and emission input, excitation and emission monochromators, light source, coupling optics, detectors, and all necessary hardware and software integration. The bid requires submission through Clemson University's online bidding system, with a deadline for questions on September 24, 2026, and bid closing on September 29, 2026.

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