MSU IFB Brand Specific Bruker Console and IVDr upgrade

Montana State University Bozeman's Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is soliciting an Invitation For Bid (MSU-IFB-2027-0884) for a brand-specific Bruker Console and IVDr upgrade for the AV III 600/54. The procurement requires a detailed quotation including pricing, estimated delivery times, and any associated delivery fees to the Bozeman campus. Bidders must provide documentation confirming that their proposal meets the required specifications detailed in the provided parts list and must adhere to the MSU Standard Terms and Conditions (PD-78). Payment terms are set at Net 30, and the successful vendor will be required to register in the SmartBuyMSU e-procurement system. Applicants must submit a current W-9 form and a complete remit-to address. The solicitation includes several mandatory certifications, including a nondiscrimination statement regarding firearms entities and trade associations in compliance with 30-20-301, MCA. Additionally, offerors must disclose their entity status—specifically if they are a governmental entity, a non-profit, or a company with fewer than ten full-time employees—and disclose any use of artificial intelligence in the development of their proposal. All costs must be fully disclosed, as the university will not be liable for any expenses not explicitly listed in the proposal. The response deadline is November 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST.