SOLE SOURCE REQUEST TO PURCHASE A kit to build a custom, specialized charged particle tracking detector. It is an instrument that uses a technology called Gas Electron Multiplier (GEM). It includes the following parts that make up the instrument. a) XY GE

This contract involves a sole source request to purchase a specialized kit designed to build a custom charged particle tracking detector utilizing Gas Electron Multiplier (GEM) technology. The kit includes essential components such as the XY GE, which form the critical parts of the instrument. The solicitation is issued by Mississippi State University, specifically managed under their procurement office. The contract is identified by solicitation number 9250-26-R-RFIN-00026 and was posted on February 19, 2026, with a response deadline set for March 5, 2026. The purchase aims to secure a unique scientific instrument that supports advanced particle tracking capabilities, likely for research purposes within the university. The solicitation does not specify any set-aside requirements or NAICS codes, and the point of contact for inquiries is Debra Raines. The place of performance is within the state of Mississippi, reflecting the university's local procurement efforts. All relevant details and submission guidelines are accessible through the Mississippi state procurement portal.