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This Solicitation opportunity from Texas was posted on July 15, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Invitation to Bid for Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope

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TAMU-ITB-26-4968State & Local

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Texas A&M University is soliciting bids for the supply, installation, and support of a benchtop scanning electron microscope under solicitation number TAMU-ITB-26-4968, with bids due by July 29, 2026. The procurement requires the vendor to deliver a complete system that includes a minimum three-year manufacturer’s warranty covering both parts and labor, ensuring full operational support throughout the warranty period. The microscope must be installed on campus, and all required components specified in the resulting purchase order must be included at the time of delivery. The solicitation is managed by Texas A&M University, located in Texas, with Dylan Hobgood serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries via email or phone. All responses must be submitted through the official portal prior to the deadline, and the system must meet all technical and service obligations outlined by the university, with performance occurring exclusively at the campus location.

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Texas A&M seeks benchtop SEM with three-year warranty, installation on campus, delivery by July 29, 2026.

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Texas A&M University

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TX, USA

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TAMU-ITB-26-5068 Invitation to Bid for Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope

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AgencyTexas A&M University
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OfficeTX, USA
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Texas A&M University
Office AddressTX, USA

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Invitation to bid to provide aBenchtop Scanning Electron Microscope with installation and a 3-year warranty,on the campus of Texas A&M University. Upon receiving award of thisagreement, the awarded vendor shall deliver and install the system, including aminimum three (3) year manufacturer's warranty covering parts and labor. Eachsystem shall be supplied with the items under the resulting purchase order.

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