IFB - High Temperature Controlled Atmosphere Furnace

Weber State University’s Purchasing Department is seeking competitive bids for a single high‑temperature controlled‑atmosphere furnace to be integrated with the university’s Miller Advanced Research and Solutions (MARS) Center. The furnace must accommodate an Instron 68FM‑300 load frame, operate up to at least 1600 °C (preferably 1700 °C), provide inert‑gas (N₂ or Ar) environments, include precise temperature control, and support either high‑temperature extensometers or digital image correlation (DIC) for strain measurement. The award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the possibility of additional unit purchases within 120 days of the initial order. Bidders must submit full specifications, manufacturer data for any “equivalent” equipment, and may be required to provide free samples for evaluation. All bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM MDT on 22 Oct 2026 via the SciQuest/Jaggaer portal, and all communications must be limited to the university’s Purchasing Department.