Sole Source Notice for Moorfield nanoETCH‑FC‑MSE

The University of Mississippi’s Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is seeking to procure a single, specialized benchtop reactive ion etching (RIE) and surface‑modification system – the Moorfield nanoETCH‑FC‑MSE – through a sole‑source purchase. The equipment provides low‑power soft‑etch capability and fluorine‑based RIE chemistry essential for the department’s research on graphene, h‑BN, SiO₂, Si, and ultra‑thin resist materials. Moorfield Nanotechnology Ltd. is the exclusive designer/manufacturer, and MSE Supplies is the only U.S. reseller, making a competitive bid impossible. The university negotiated the price down to $101,000 plus a $9,000 tariff, for a total of $110,000, contingent on a purchase order by the end of October 2026. Interested parties may object to the sole‑source designation by October 27 2026 10:00 CT. • Item: nanoETCH‑FC‑MSE reactive ion etching system • Manufacturer: Moorfield Nanotechnology Ltd. (sole designer) • U.S. Reseller: MSE Supplies (sole domestic source) • Total estimated cost: $110,000 (negotiated price) • Deadline for objections/comments: 27 Oct 2026 10:00 CT • Contact: Jeff Wells, Procurement Manager ([email protected], (662) 915‑7448) • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required.