Specialized Scientific Equipment & Instrumentation

Virginia Tech, through its VASCUPP contract vehicle, is seeking qualified vendors to provide specialized scientific equipment and instrumentation to its campuses and to other members of the Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium (VHEPC). The solicitation does not list specific items; instead, vendors must submit a pricing schedule with manufacturer, model, list price, discount percentages, installation costs, lead times, and any volume‑tier incentives. The contract will be a two‑year initial term (renewable up to four additional two‑year extensions) and requires vendors to support delivery, installation, calibration, training, and warranty administration. Vendors must also submit quarterly sales reports using the VHEPC reporting template and, if they elect to serve non‑member entities, agree to a 1 % PAC fee. • Supply capital scientific instruments (e.g., analytical, imaging, testing equipment) on a deeply discounted basis. • Provide associated services: installation, configuration, calibration, user training, and warranty support. • Comply with reporting requirements (quarterly VHEPC template) and maintain required insurance (General Liability $2 M, Employers Liability $100 K, Auto $500 K). • Answer mandatory pre‑award questions by April 24 2026 and submit a full proposal by May 11 2026. • Contract term: 2 years initial, with up to four optional two‑year renewals (potential total of 10 years).