NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of the Director of Procurement Services, The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Drive #5003, Bond Hall, Room 214, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, until Tuesday, October 22, 2026, 2:

The University of Southern Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of a Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) unit under solicitation number 3160008296. The required system must be of current production and latest design, featuring a modulus range of 10^3 to 10^12 Pascals, a frequency range of 0.001 to 200 Hz, and a furnace temperature range of -100 to 600 degrees Celsius. The unit must support multiple deformation modes, including tension, compression, 3-point bend, dual cantilever, single cantilever, and shear sandwich, and must include a service plan for user-assisted repairs with an annual renewal option. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM CDT on October 22, 2026, to the Office of the Director of Procurement Services in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Submissions must be signed and sealed, featuring the bidder's name, address, bid file number, and the opening date on the exterior. To avoid disqualification, bidders must provide a complete brochure with pictures for each item, specifically noting any deviations from the technical specifications, and include the manufacturer's standard warranty. The contract is governed by the laws of the State of Mississippi and adheres to standard payment terms of Net 45 days. Vendors are prohibited from disclaiming implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and there is no limitation on liability for claims involving infringement, bodily injury, physical damage, or willful misconduct. Additionally, the winning vendor must comply with the university's non-discrimination policies. Failure to perform or requests for price increases may result in a 24-month removal from the university's bidders list.