#1405226 Commercial Washing Machine Filters

Portland State University is soliciting quotes under RFQ 1405226 for the procurement and delivery of four commercial washing machine filters. The filters must be smaller than 50 x 70 x 30 cm, capable of processing 120 L/min of water per day, and include a self-cleaning component to ensure replacements are not required more than once a month. All units must be delivered complete with associated components, including transformers and wiring, to the university's Portland, Oregon location by the preferred date of October 5, 2026. Shipping must be F.O.B. Destination for domestic orders or Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) for international shipments, with all costs for insurance, duties, and handling included in the quote. Quotes are due by September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM PDT and must be submitted via the Bonfire portal in PDF format, including a required Quote and Diversity Matrix. Evaluation is based on a weighted system totaling 128 points, focusing on preferred specifications (65 points), price (45 points), and the Diversity Matrix (18 points). The lowest responsive quote receives full points for the price category. Submitted quotes remain binding for 120 calendar days. Payment is typically issued within 30 days of delivery and written acceptance by the university. PSU also reserves the right to purchase additional filters at the same unit price.