Sole Source Purchase of Precision Anthropometric Instruments for Forensic Anthropology

Mississippi State University is issuing a sole‑source procurement notice for three specialized forensic‑anthropology measurement instruments (SERITEX Models 104/106 precision spreading and sliding calipers, Model 216 Orbitometer, and Model 218 Mandibulometer with protractor). The university asserts that these instruments are the only commercially available tools that meet the required precision and repeatability for forensic skeletal analysis, and therefore must be purchased from SERITEX Inc. of Branchburg, New Jersey. The total estimated cost is $6,732, including freight. Objections to the sole‑source determination must be submitted in writing to the Director of Procurement Services. • Instruments: precision anthropometric calipers (set), Orbitometer, Mandibulometer. • Supplier: SERITEX Inc. (sole source). • Total cost: $6,732 (quote valid 60 days). • Purpose: forensic anthropology casework, biological profile estimation, legal/medicolegal reporting. • Submission deadline: 15 Oct 2026. • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required. • Objection process outlined with contact Jennifer Mayfield.