The University of New Mexico is seeking to purchase a new TA Instruments HR-20 Rheometer with integrated Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) capability. The instrument is crucial for advanced characterization of mechanical properties, viscoelasticity, and dynamic behavior of soft materials, polymers, and biomaterials. The purchase is needed to enable critical research in diverse areas, including testing dynamic behaviors of polymeric materials, optimization of 3D printing parameters, and supporting research by multiple faculty members. The instrument will also be integrated into the current and future undergraduate curriculum, enhancing student understanding and providing critical tools for future careers. • The purchase is for a single, high-performance instrument with truly integrated DMA hybrid capabilities. • The instrument will be used for research and educational purposes. • The purchase is justified due to the lack of a universally accessible operational rheometer or DMA system at the main campus. • The proposed vendor, TA Instruments, is the sole manufacturer that offers a state-of-the-art rheometer with truly integrated Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) hybrid capabilities.