Specialized Scientific Instrument Delivery and Installation Support

The contract requires specialized logistics and technical support for the delivery, uncrating, and physical installation of the Lonoptika GCIB 10S Gas Cluster Ion Beam System with an argon source at the University of Mississippi’s Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. This includes full transportation services to the campus, on-site movement of the equipment to its designated lab location, careful uncrating to prevent damage, and hands-on installation assistance under the supervision of institutional technical staff. All activities must adhere strictly to laboratory safety protocols, environmental controls, and institutional standards to ensure operational readiness and personnel protection. Coordination with university personnel is mandatory to align installation timing with facility schedules and to support seamless integration into existing research infrastructure. The work is structured as a subcontract under the solicitation titled Specialized Scientific Instrument Delivery and Installation Support, with a bid submission deadline of August 4, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 484121 indicates this is a specialized trucking service focused on the transportation of goods requiring specialized equipment or handling. Performance is expected to occur entirely at the University of Mississippi’s facility, though the exact address is not specified. While no set-aside status is defined, proposers must demonstrate proven experience in handling high-precision scientific instruments, compliance with institutional safety requirements, and the ability to work within sensitive academic research environments. The contract is administered by the University of Mississippi, and interested parties are directed to the state’s contract bidding portal for submission details.