Description
North Dakota State University (NDSU) is seeking a fully‑turnkey, non‑contact optical profilometer system to support polymer surface‑roughness and topography research for autonomous platform projects. The vendor must supply the hardware, software, installation, on‑site training, and a minimum one‑year warranty, delivering the system in the fall of 2026 and completing installation by January 2027. The solicitation emphasizes modularity, image‑stitching software, precise repeatability (±5 nm topography, ≤0.5 nm RMS), a working distance of 4–10 mm, and an operational volume of at least 80 × 150 × 150 mm, plus capability to measure transparent films and buried interfaces. Pricing must be FOB destination and include all mandatory services; optional future‑year software renewals and maintenance can be listed separately. The award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all mandatory technical specifications.
• Provide a complete optical profilometer system meeting specified repeatability and volume requirements.
• Include all software licenses, installation, commissioning, and on‑site training in the base bid.
• Deliver the equipment in Fall 2026 and finish installation/functional demonstration by January 2027.
• Offer a minimum one‑year warranty and outline on‑site service and preventive‑maintenance options.