SOLE SOURCE REQUEST TO PURCHASE A tufting (stitching) head for our Inteva stitching cell.

Mississippi State University is seeking a sole source procurement for a tufting stitching head to integrate into its existing Inteva stitching cell, specifying that no competitive bidding is being conducted due to the unique compatibility requirements of the equipment. The solicitation, identified by number 9250-27-R-RFIN-00004, was posted on July 23, 2026, with responses required by August 6, 2026, and is being handled under the state and local government (SLED) classification. All correspondence and submissions must be directed to Debra Raines at draines@procurement.msstate.edu, who serves as the primary point of contact for the procurement. The equipment will be used and installed at the university’s facility in Mississippi, with no additional details provided regarding technical specifications, delivery timelines, or funding sources.