TA2 Vacuum Equipment Upgrade - ZEUS

The University of Michigan is soliciting quotations for the TA2 Vacuum Equipment Upgrade - ZEUS, a one-time procurement of specialized vacuum chambers and components for Target Area 2. The required hardware includes ISO400-F Welded Bellows, a Deformable Mirror Vacuum Chamber, a Double Plasma Mirror Chamber, and an Interaction Chamber. Deliveries are staggered, beginning October 1, 2027, and concluding January 10, 2028. Suppliers must provide itemized pricing as single line items based on provided drawings and must certify that all equipment adheres to ANSI, NFPA, IEEE, and IEC industry standards, as well as provide UL certification where applicable. Submissions must be completed by November 6, 2026, and must include a signed RFQ Signature Page to be considered. Offerors are required to disclose any conflicts of interest with the University, provide tax identification, and identify any export-controlled items with their corresponding Export Control Classification Numbers. The University requires Original Equipment Manufacturer service and requests quotes for extended warranties and standard weekday maintenance agreements. Payment is issued via check, ACH, or wire transfer, with Net 0 terms for those in an accepted virtual card program and Net 45 terms otherwise. Timely performance is critical, with liquidated damages ranging from 10% to 30% of the total value for delays between one and three months.