Crowder College - Cobot Enhancement for Advanced Manufacturing Program - RFP 26-27.012 (2026)
Crowder CollegeHigher Ed · Neosho, MO- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
The 30-second brief
Crowder College requests proposals for qty 1 Universal Robots UR7e collaborative robot system with Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT) for use in the College's Advanced Manufacturing Technology program. The equipment package includes PolyScope 5 operating/programming environment, touchscreen teach pendant, teach pendant cable, controller and associated cables, and required mounting hardware. Interested parties should provide initial pricing and optional services, along with initial implementation prices. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Implementation is to be completed by December 2026 or upon equipment receipt. Award will be based on best value considering quality, price, vendor reputation, and ability to meet required timelines.
Universal Robots UR7e Collaborative Robot, PolyScope 5 operating/programming environment, PolyScope 5 touchscreen teach pendant, Teach pendant cable, Required controller and associated cables, Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT), Required mounting hardware and cables, Initial implementation services
Quality, price, vendor reputation, ability to meet required timelines
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Summary
Crowder College requests proposals for qty 1 Universal Robots UR7e collaborative robot system with Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT) for use in the College's Advanced Manufacturing Technology program.
The equipment package includes PolyScope 5 operating/programming environment, touchscreen teach pendant, teach pendant cable, controller and associated cables, and required mounting hardware. Interested parties should provide initial pricing and optional services, along with initial implementation prices. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Implementation is to be completed by December 2026 or upon equipment receipt. Award will be based on best value considering quality, price, vendor reputation, and ability to meet required timelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Quality
- Price
- Vendor reputation
- Ability to meet required timelines
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Universal Robots UR7e Collaborative Robot
- PolyScope 5 operating/programming environment
- PolyScope 5 touchscreen teach pendant
- Teach pendant cable
- Required controller and associated cables
- Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT)
- Required mounting hardware and cables
- Initial implementation services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Signed bid request form
- Pricing with initial implementation and optional services
- Exceptions
- Submit to
- [email protected] or 601 Laclede Ave., Neosho, MO 64850
- Scope location
- Neosho, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Crowder College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or 601 Laclede Ave., Neosho, MO 64850.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Crowder College in MO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Universal Robots UR7e Collaborative Robot, PolyScope 5 operating/programming environment, PolyScope 5 touchscreen teach pendant, Teach pendant cable, Required controller and associated cables, Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT), Required mounting hardware and cables, Initial implementa. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Quality, price, vendor reputation, ability to meet required timelines" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Crowder College?
All active and historical solicitations from Crowder College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Crowder College regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: signed bid request form, pricing with initial implementation and optional services, exceptions. Review the full document from Crowder College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Neosho, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.