Replacement Parts and Attachments for Tinius Olson Rebar Machine Test Universal Load Frame Equipment

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is undertaking a sole source procurement to acquire replacement parts and attachments specifically for the Tinius Olson Rebar Machine Test Universal Load Frame Equipment used by its Materials Division. This equipment plays a critical role in tensile testing of reinforcing steel and related materials, and the procurement aims to ensure the continued functionality and accuracy of these testing capabilities. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $150,000, reflecting the scope of replacement parts needed to maintain the equipment’s operational integrity. The procurement process involves obtaining a manufacturer’s quote, advertising locally, and submitting a Request for Information Notice, with the vendor being the sole authorized supplier of these parts, emphasizing the proprietary nature of the equipment and its components. Additionally, the contract includes a related component involving the purchase of a Dynamic Friction Tester from Shima American Corporation, with a quotation valid for 30 days and an estimated delivery time of approximately 120 days. The procurement process also encompasses a sole source statement from Tinius Olsen, the original manufacturer, confirming their exclusive rights to provide service, calibration, and proprietary parts necessary for the equipment’s maintenance. Interested parties are advised of the opportunity to object to the sole source designation through formal protest procedures. The overall effort ensures that MDOT maintains high standards of testing accuracy and equipment reliability through authorized, manufacturer-approved parts and services.