65-UNC-CH_RD_RFP_GEN 03

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking qualified manufacturers or original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to provide Research and Development Goods and Services under its third-generation Request for Proposal (RFP), identified as GEN 03. This solicitation supersedes prior versions issued in 2022, and suppliers who were awarded contracts under earlier generations (GEN 01 or GEN 02) are not eligible to submit proposals for this round. While distributors or resellers may submit proposals, they must include explicit written authorization from the OEM, and the University reserves the right to reject any proposals lacking such authorization. The contract opportunity is open for responses until March 23, 2026, with the solicitation posted on January 22, 2026. The scope is focused on providers capable of delivering R&D goods and services specifically within North Carolina. The University emphasizes direct relationships with manufacturers or OEMs to ensure quality and accountability. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Connie Dragicevich, and full details, including submission guidelines, are available through the official procurement website.