Crowder College - Collaborative Robot System RFP - 26-27.016 (2026)
Crowder CollegeHigher Ed · Neosho, MO- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
The 30-second brief
Crowder College invites proposals for qty 1 Universal Robots UR7e collaborative robot system with Robotiq Hand-E Gripper for use in the College's Advanced Manufacturing Technology program at the Joplin site. The required equipment package includes the Universal Robots UR7e, PolyScope 5 operating and programming environment, touchscreen teach pendant, teach pendant cable, required controller and associated cables, along with the Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT) configured for integration with mounting hardware and cables. Initial implementation prices and optional services should be included in the proposal. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 29, 2026. Evaluation will consider quality, price, vendor reputation, and ability to meet required timelines.
Universal Robots UR7e, 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 invites proposals for qty 1 Universal Robots UR7e collaborative robot system with Robotiq Hand-E Gripper for use in the College's Advanced Manufacturing Technology program at the Joplin site.
The required equipment package includes the Universal Robots UR7e, PolyScope 5 operating and programming environment, touchscreen teach pendant, teach pendant cable, required controller and associated cables, along with the Robotiq Hand-E Gripper (Model/Kit: HND-E-UR-KIT) configured for integration with mounting hardware and cables. Initial implementation prices and optional services should be included in the proposal. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 29, 2026. Evaluation will consider 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
- 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
signed bid request form, exception notes
- 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 November 6, 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, 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. 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?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, exception notes. 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.