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This Solicitation opportunity from Missouri was posted on August 13, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Vacuum Induction Furnace

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26-0031State & Local

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NAICS: 333992
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Welders and Guns for Hammond Bids must be for exact items. NO SUBSTITUTIONS
Solicitation # 40023-S27005
Solicitation 40023-S27005 is an invitation for bids issued by Northshore Technical Community College for the procurement of specific welding machinery and accessories for the Hammond Campus. This is a proprietary, brand-name-only bid that strictly prohibits substitutions. The required items include three 12 FT to 7 FT M Connector Cables (K2910-2), ten Magnum Pro 250L Welding Guns (K4874-2), three Magnum Pro 15 FT push/pull guns (K4797-1), and two Power Wave 300C Advanced Education One Paks (K4934-1). Bids must be submitted by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM via post or email to Richard Butler. The contract is governed by Louisiana state laws and purchasing regulations, including L.R.S. 39:1551–1736, and allows for preferences for products manufactured or assembled in Louisiana. Awardees must provide complete pricing, including prepaid transportation to the destination, with prices remaining firm for at least 30 days. Delivery cannot occur before July 1, 2026. Payment will be made within 30 days of delivery or invoice receipt via electronic funds transfer, LaCARTE card, or check. The agreement may be extended for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total term of 36 months, and the college reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice.
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3 days ago

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in 19 days
NAICS: 333992
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Welders and Guns for Livingston Bids must be for exact items. NO SUBSTITUTIONS
Solicitation # 40023-S27006
Solicitation 40023-S27006 is an invitation for bids issued by Northshore Technical Community College for the procurement of specific welding machinery and equipment to be delivered to the Walker Campus. This is a proprietary, brand-name-only solicitation where no substitutions are accepted. The required items include a Keen K-200 Rod Oven, Wilton Mechanics Pro Vices, Lincoln Power Mig and Power Wave units, connector cables, Magnum Pro push-pull guns, and a Victor cutting machine. Bids must be submitted by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM via post or email to the Lacombe STEM Campus. The contract is governed by Louisiana state laws, including L.R.S. 39:1551–1736, and allows for preferences for products manufactured or assembled in Louisiana. Award may be made on an all-or-none, grouped, or separate item basis. Bid prices must include prepaid transportation to the destination and remain firm for at least 30 days. Delivery cannot occur before July 1, 2026. Payment will be processed within 30 days of delivery or invoice via EFT, LaCARTE card, or check, using FY 27 funds. The agreement may be extended for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total term of 36 months, and the college retains the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice.
- Comm/Tech College - Northshore Technical Community College

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3 days ago

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in 19 days

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Background The University of Missouri is seeking bids for the furnishing and delivery of a Vacuum Induction Furnace. This equipment is intended to support advanced manufacturing applications at the Missouri S&T Protoplex facility, which serves as a hub for industry and academia to collaborate on research and development in manufacturing technologies. Work Details The contract includes the following requirements for the Vacuum Induction Furnace: 1. A 500 lb capacity chamber with a coreless induction furnace capable of tilting to pour melting of steel and nickel alloys. 2. A mold cart for insertion and removal of molds into the melt chamber. 3. A power supply capable of melting up to 500 lbs of steel or nickel alloys, with a recommended melt power of 200 kW and frequency of 3000 Hz. 4. A vacuum system capable of achieving 15 microns when the chamber is empty, clean, and dry, with a leak rate less than 30 microns per hour. 5. Ability for partial pressure control using Argon. 6. Temperature measurement capabilities including a two-color optical pyrometer and lance-type immersion thermocouple. 7. Mid-heat charging capabilities allowing for late additions during melting. 8. Water cooling manifolds and necessary controls for operation. 9. Shipping from manufacturer to Missouri Protoplex, installation at the facility, and startup with on-site training. Period of Performance The contract period will commence upon award and continue until project completion as determined by the University. Place of Performance The Vacuum Induction Furnace will be delivered and installed at the Missouri S&T Protoplex facility located in Rolla, MO. Bidder Requirements Bidders must comply with all specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. The University encourages participation from certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), aiming for 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation in total contract value.

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The University of Missouri requests bids for the Furnishing and Delivery of Vacuum Induction Furnace. Qualified suppliers are invited to submit a bid on the items or services specified. All bids shall be subject to the terms and conditions included herein.   Bids submitted must be received utilizing the University of Missouri System's electronic bidding platform. The University assumes no responsibility for any supplier’s on time submission.

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26-0031 Vacuum Induction Furnace Request for Bid

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Specifications for Vacuum Induction Melting Furnace Procurement

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University of Missouri Instructions to Respondents

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HECVAT Solution Provider Response Version 4.1.0

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University of Missouri Solicitation Terms and Conditions 05.23.25

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AgencyUniversity of Missouri System
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The University of Missouri requests bids for the Furnishing and Delivery of Vacuum Induction Furnace. Qualified suppliers are invited to submit a bid on the items or services specified. All bids shall be subject to the terms and conditions included herein.
  Bids submitted must be received utilizing the University of Missouri System's electronic bidding platform. The University assumes no responsibility for any supplier’s on time submission.

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