Oxygen Transmission Rate Analyzer and Water Vapor Transmission Rate Analyzer
| Agency: | Clemson University |
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| State: | South Carolina |
| Level of Government: | State & Local |
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| Opps ID: | NBD15748073088426088 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 28, 2024 |
| Due Date: | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Solicitation No: | 183876911 |
| Source: | Members Only |
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183876911 SOW Oxygen Transmission Rate Analyzer.pdf |
183876911 SOW Oxygen Transmission Rate Analyzer.pdf | 209 KB | ||||
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IMPORTANT TAX NOTICE.doc |
Withholding Requirements for Payments to Nonresidents. | 29 KB | ||||
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Clemson University Standard Bidding Terms effective November 15, 2020.pdf |
Standard Bidding Terms | 261 KB | ||||
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Clemson University Standard Terms of Purchase effective November 15, 2020.pdf |
Standard Terms of Purchase | 331 KB | ||||
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Oxygen & Water Vapor
Transmission Rate Analyzer
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Bid # 183876911
Scope of Work
I. Scope of Solicitation
II. Instructions to Offerors
III. Scope of Work / Specifications
IV. Terms and Conditions - Special
I. SCOPE OF SOLICITATION
Clemson University’s Food Nutrition and Packaging Sciences Department seeks to purchase a
new oxygen transmission rate analyzer and water vapor transmission rate analyzer for film and
packages.
All equipment must be new.
Any reference to brand names, trade names, model numbers or other descriptions particular to
specific brand products is made to establish a required level of quality and/or functional
capabilities and not intended to exclude other products at that level.
II. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS
Regardless of specific requirements below or in this document, Offerors are required to submit
their proposal electronically through the Clemson University online bidding system. To do so
you must login (registering first) at https://clemson.ionwave.net/Login.aspx and follow specific
instructions for this solicitation. You should register several days in advance of the bid closing
date so you can be approved and login in time to submit a response.
Supplier Registration in buyWays - Unless the successful Offeror is currently an active supplier
in Clemson University’s buyWays system, you will be invited to complete a new supplier
registration. You must complete registration within three business days of receiving the email
invitation. Registration will require the successful Offeror to provide information about its
company and to receive electronic payment as outlined in the registration.
INFORMATION FOR OFFERORS TO SUBMIT:
1. The successful Offeror shall provide satisfactory evidence of all required insurance
coverage and licenses PRIOR TO PERFORMANCE.
2. All Offerors must submit a written quotation. Your written quotation must include:
a. Paperwork, descriptions, brochures describing the specifications of the product
you are offering. All proposed equipment must meet the requirements listed
herein. Comparable products of other manufacturers will be considered if proof of
comparability is contained in your bid proposal. It is the responsibility of the
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bidders to furnish such specifications, catalog pages and brochures with your bid.
Failure to provide proof of comparability will be considered valid justification for
rejection of bid and could deem your proposal as non-responsive. At a minimum,
all alternative products offered by supplier are to meet or exceed all specifications
as detailed in this scope of work.
b. A bullet-by-bullet acknowledgement of each requirement listed in Section III is
preferred.
c. The price of the equipment written as the MSRP or list price minus any discount
or price reduction being offered (to capture savings being passed on to Clemson
University).
d. Detail shipping requirements and delivery schedule after receipt of order.
Shipping terms are FOB Destination.
e. List all pertinent information in your written quotation that can be used to
evaluate your offer.
3. All Offerors must enter their pricing into the online bid event where designated.
4. Questions shall be submitted, in writing, to Sam Young at scy@clemson.edu by date and
time listed in the online bid event in the “Activities” tab. Answers will be submitted as an
addendum to this bid. All Offerors are charged with a duty to inquire. By submitting an
Offer, the Offeror represents that submitter has read and understood the Solicitation and
that the Offer is made in compliance with the Solicitation. Offerors are expected to
examine the Solicitation thoroughly and should request an explanation of any
ambiguities, discrepancies, errors, omissions or conflicting statements in the Solicitation.
Failure to do so will be at the Offeror’s risk.
III. SCOPE OF WORK / SPECIFICATIONS
Qty:1 - Oxygen Transmission Rate Analyzer for film and packages:
(Basis of specification Manuf: Mocon, Make/Model: Ox-Tran 2/22)
• Minimum of two test cartridges (sample holders) that can be removed easily for sample
loading.
• Ability to seal sample to test cartridge with technology that prevents edge seal leaks that
cause testing failure.
• Meets Standards: ASTM D3985, F1307 & F1927, ISO 15105-2, JIS K 7126-2, DIN
53380-3, GB/T 19789-2005, GB/T 31354-2014
• Uses coulometric sensor with a sensitivity range of 0.05 to 200 (cc/m2*day) @ 100%
oxygen with sample size of 50cm2. Able to directly measure 100% oxygen without
calibration since it is a direct method of measurement with humidified sensor.
• Resolution of 0.02 cc/m2*day
• Repeatability of 0.02 cc/m2*day or 1%, whichever is highest
• Internal calibration not needed each time a test is performed and no Individual Zero value
needed.
• Built-in touch screen controller so an additional separate computer is not needed. (self-
contained unit for running the equipment).
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• Able to run in a RH range of 0-90%
• Able to perform testing within a range of 10-40oC
• Sensor lifespan (3-5 years) with built-in Over-range Protection
• Able to run independent of temperature, pressure and flow so results are not affected by
ambient conditions
• Ethernet and USB ready, Capable of remote monitoring and controlling
• Start-up kit included with package testing adaptor and standard test films.
Qty: 1 - Water Vapor Transmission Analyzer for film and packages:
(Basis of specification - Manuf: Mocon, Make/Model: Permatran-W 3/34)
• Minimum of two test cartridges (sample holders) that can be removed easily for sample
loading.
• Ability to seal sample to test cartridge with technology that prevents edge seal leaks that
cause testing failure.
• Modulated infrared sensor which measures water vapor permeation in a range of 0.005 to
100 g/(m2*day). At least 4-year warranty on sensor.
• Complies with standards: ASTM F1249, ISO 15106-3,JIS K-7129, TAPPI T557, GB/T
26253-2010
• Built-in touch screen controller so an additional separate computer is not needed. (self-
contained unit for running the equipment).
• Able to run in a RH range of 5-90%
• Able to perform testing within a range of 10-40oC
• Automatic controls for RH, temperature, pressure and flow of both carrier and test gasses
• Test modes include fully automatic, advanced and sequential.
• Ethernet and USB ready, Capable of remote monitoring and controlling
• Start-up kit included with package testing adaptor and standard test films.
Installation / Startup / Training:
• Supplier responsible to send field representative to site for installation, setup, startup
verification, basic onsite operator training for software, flow controls and general
equipment operation.
• Price shall include all cost for travel and lodging.
Other:
• Do not include sales tax in your bid.
• Do not include shipping in your bid. A Not To Exceed (NTE) shipping estimate must be
entered in the space provided in the “Attributes” section of the online bid event.
Shipping terms are FOB Destination.
• All manuals and installation instructions must be included with equipment at delivery.
IV. TERMS AND CONDITIONS – SPECIAL
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Award Criteria: An award will be made to the responsible and responsive Offeror whose
proposal is the most advantageous to Clemson University.
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