RFQ 2026-057 Robotics Purchases

The University of Maine System is establishing a five‑year qualified‑vendor list for the procurement of robotic equipment, accessories, training, integration, and support services across all its campuses. Vendors will submit a comprehensive response package that includes a master agreement, de‑barment certification, references, and any technical appendices that match the products or services they offer (e.g., collaborative robots, safety systems, software support). The solicitation is an RFQ, with a firm‑price requirement for 90 days and a submission deadline of February 27, 2026. The award is expected on February 28, 2026, and the resulting master agreement can be used by any UMS campus for individual purchase orders. • Supplies include collaborative robots (Universal Robots, Doosan, ABB), training kits, safety peripherals, vision systems, and related consumables. • Services encompass certified training, installation, integration, programming support (URScript, RAPID, ROS, etc.), technical support, maintenance, and consulting for academic programs. • Vendors must provide insurance (minimum $1 M per occurrence), reference letters, and may be required to mark any trade‑secret information; all submissions become public record under Maine FOAA. • The qualified‑vendor list remains active for five years, allowing multiple campuses to issue orders under the same master agreement without additional competition.