FluidMechatronix Process Automation System Purchase – Mississippi State University Notice 267‑014

Mississippi State University is proposing a sole‑source purchase of a custom‑built FluidMechatronix Process Automation System that integrates Rockwell Automation hardware and software, includes a full curriculum, sensors, two‑year warranty, and all freight and insurance. The system is intended for a new process‑automation laboratory and must be supplied by Turbine Technologies, the exclusive vendor. The university has negotiated an education‑discount price of $48,289.45 and invites objections to the sole‑source justification. • Supply of hardware, software licenses (Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Logix Designer, FactoryTalk View ME), sensors, curriculum, and two‑year warranty. • Custom‑manufactured system designed to interoperate with existing Rockwell Automation PAC/VFD/HMI equipment in the lab. • Sole‑source justification based on proprietary hardware‑software integration, patented pump design, and curriculum alignment; objections must be submitted to the procurement office.