Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #63-ARM1202926
NC State University Solicits Two 1,000-Gallon Stainless Steel Vacuum Tanks for Laboratory Research
Posted
September 15, 2026
Respond By
September 30, 2026
Identifier
63-ARM1202926
NAICS
332420
North Carolina State University's Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering division is seeking bids for two large stainless steel vacuum tanks for advanced laboratory research. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina State University, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering division - Products Requested: - Two (2) 1,000-gallon stainless steel vacuum tanks - Material: 304 or 316 stainless steel for outdoor use - Pressure rating: -14 psi (vacuum) to +15 psi (positive pressure) - Configuration: Vertical orientation, leg supports with 12-18" ground clearance - Ports & Flanges: - At least two 1" NPT ports - Drain port of at least 6" diameter at the bottom - Two 10" Raised Face Slip On (RFSO) flanges at 48" from ground - One 4" RFSO flange at 30" from ground - Drawing approval required prior to fabrication - Delivery includes freight and special handling to Raleigh, NC - Unique Requirements: - Tanks must meet all applicable safety and state inspection standards - Bids must include technical data sheets, cut sheets, brochures, or descriptive literature - Pricing must cover all freight and special handling - No electronic bids accepted; submission must follow provided instructions - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified manufacturers - Application: - Tanks will be used as part of a Mach-7 Reflected Shock Tunnel for laboratory research
Description
NC State University's Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering division is seeking two stainless steel vacuum tanks. These tanks will be an integral part of a laboratory Mach-7 Reflected Shock Tunnel and used for research purposes. The tanks must be suitable for outdoor use, made of 304 or 316 stainless steel, and meet specific pressure and port requirements. Bids must include data sheets or brochures and pricing should include freight and special handling charges. Electronic bids are not permitted; submission must follow instructions in the attachments.