Rotational Viscometer

The contract pertains to the procurement of a digital rotational viscometer designed for laboratory testing of high viscosity materials, with a minimum viscosity capacity of 320 million mPa*s and a torque range of 57,496 dyne-cm, compatible with Brookfield’s Thermosel System. The device must feature a touch screen display, a built-in RTD temperature probe, and a USB connection for external PC use. It should come with a set of six spindles and meet specified accuracy and repeatability standards, including a 1.0% accuracy of range and 0.2% repeatability. The vendor is expected to offer a trade-in discount for a broken Brookfield DV2+ model, with the contract value estimated between $5,000 and $15,000. The Ohio Department of Transportation is the awarding agency, and the solicitation was posted on August 30, 2024, with a response deadline of September 13, 2024. Additionally, the contract requires the successful bidder to complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form, ensuring compliance with Executive Orders prohibiting offshore services and data storage outside the United States, including disclosure of all service and data locations for both the contractor and subcontractors. This form emphasizes the importance of transparency regarding the locations where services are performed and data is stored, with the State reserving the right to terminate the contract if data or services are located outside U.S. borders without a waiver. The procurement process also involves various related documents, including RFQs for other services and addenda for prior solicitations, highlighting the comprehensive and regulated nature of the bidding process.