Sole Source Request to Purchase UltraFlex Power Technologies

Mississippi State University is issuing a sole‑source procurement for an integrated metal‑melting laboratory system to support its new Metallurgical Engineering Trade Apprenticeships and Learning (METAL) program. The purchase includes two UltraMelt TF‑40 induction melting furnaces, a custom chilled cooling system, four spare graphite crucibles, and start‑up training. The vendor, Induction Technology Corporation, is the exclusive designer and distributor of this specific system, and the university has determined no comparable alternative meets the safety, efficiency, and space requirements. The total contract value is $114,779 and the equipment will be used for instructional, research, and workforce‑development activities in the university’s engineering labs. • Equipment: 2 UltraMelt TF‑40 induction furnaces, Haskris chilled cooling system, 4 spare crucibles. • Purpose: Support undergraduate casting instruction, research, and apprenticeship training. • Vendor: Induction Technology Corporation (sole source). • Cost: $114,779 (including university discount). • Procurement type: Sole source request; objections must be submitted in writing to the Chief Procurement Officer. • Timeline: Posting and submission deadline both on 2026‑09‑27; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit.