Description
Murray State University is seeking a fully integrated Gas Chromatography‑Mass Spectrometer (GC‑MS) system to support its toxicology and analytical chemistry programs. The contract includes the hardware (GC and single‑quadrupole MS), software with required spectral libraries, accessories, on‑site installation, and training. The award will be made to a qualified vendor that can meet detailed performance specifications, provide a one‑year software support warranty, and deliver the equipment prepaid FOB the university.
• Required GC features: electronic pneumatic control, split/splitless inlet ≥ 100 psi, oven up to ≥ 450 °C, rapid ramp, low‑bleed column compatibility.
• Required MS features: single‑quadrupole, EI 70 eV, mass range ≥ 1‑1000 m/z, turbo‑molecular pump, sub‑ppm sensitivity, automated tuning.
• Software must include NIST, Wiley, TOX, and the Maurer et al. drug‑poison library; liquid injection capability is mandatory, autosampler optional.
• Vendor must supply $1 M liability insurance, workers‑comp certification, and a minimum one‑year warranty; optional three‑year service agreement pricing is requested.
• Delivery to 101 MSU Drive, Hopkinsville, KY; installation during normal business hours; early delivery considered favorably.