Miami University-Oxford MALDI Mass Spectrometer RFP 2026
Miami University-OxfordHigher Ed · Oxford, OH- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessie Laybourne-Ross
The 30-second brief
Miami University-Oxford, as part of the Miami U & Ohio U Purchasing Group, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a MALDI Mass Spectrometer. The selection process seeks a vendor to provide the equipment, installation, and associated services in accordance with detailed technical specifications. Evaluation criteria include price, terms, delivery availability, quality, durability, ease of use, suitability for intended use, cost of installation, and reliability. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Miami University sourcing portal by September 9, 2026. Required documentation includes a signed proposal, enumeration of financial considerations, and a list of any technical exceptions or deviations from the specified standards.
Price and terms, delivery/availability, quality and durability, ease of use and suitability, cost of installation, reliability
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Summary
Miami University-Oxford, as part of the Miami U & Ohio U Purchasing Group, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a MALDI Mass Spectrometer.
The selection process seeks a vendor to provide the equipment, installation, and associated services in accordance with detailed technical specifications. Evaluation criteria include price, terms, delivery availability, quality, durability, ease of use, suitability for intended use, cost of installation, and reliability. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Miami University sourcing portal by September 9, 2026. Required documentation includes a signed proposal, enumeration of financial considerations, and a list of any technical exceptions or deviations from the specified standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price and terms
- Delivery/availability
- Quality and durability
- Ease of use and suitability
- Cost of installation
- Reliability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal Offering Form.pdf
- Supplier Bid Response Quick Tutorial.pdf
- Supplier Profile - Add and Manage Users.pdf
- Supplier_Registration_Procedure_v2.pdf
- Miami U RFP Form-MALDI Mass Spectrometer_JLR Revised 08-17-26.pdf
- Submit to
- https://miamiu-ohiousourcing.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
- Scope location
- Oxford, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Miami University-Oxford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://miamiu-ohiousourcing.ionwave.net/Login.aspx. For questions, contact Jessie Laybourne-Ross.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Miami University-Oxford in OH, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jessie Laybourne-Ross. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price and terms, delivery/availability, quality and durability, ease of use and suitability, cost of installation, reliability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Miami University-Oxford?
All active and historical solicitations from Miami University-Oxford are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Miami University-Oxford regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Proposal Offering Form.pdf, Supplier Bid Response Quick Tutorial.pdf, Supplier Profile - Add and Manage Users.pdf, Supplier_Registration_Procedure_v2.pdf, Miami U RFP Form-MALDI Mass Spectrometer_JLR. Review the full document from Miami University-Oxford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oxford, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
