Notice of Proposed Sole Source Purchase for NanoFrazor Explore

The University of Mississippi is seeking to purchase a NanoFrazor Explore, a unique, patented technology for nanolithography and microfabrication, from Heidelberg Instruments. The equipment will support active research programs and be used for training students. The University believes that Heidelberg Instruments is the sole vendor capable of providing an instrument that meets the required technical specifications. Interested parties who object to this sole source purchase should provide information and comments by the deadline. • The NanoFrazor Explore is a patented technology that provides thermal scanning probe lithography (t-SPL) capabilities. • The equipment will support research programs in Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering. • The University is seeking a sole source purchase due to the unique capabilities of the NanoFrazor Explore. • Interested parties should provide comments and objections by the deadline, including their capabilities and a statement regarding their objections to the sole source certification.