The University of Akron issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Mechanical Testing System. After reviewing the proposals, Instron was awarded the contract. The system is likely for the university's engineering or research department. Key aspects of the contract include the procurement of a 3D mechanical testing system. The contract was awarded on August 29, 2017.
• The RFP was issued on July 28, 2017.
• The bid submission date was August 16, 2017.
• The contract was awarded to Instron.
• The University of Akron's Purchasing department managed the RFP process.
• The contract is for a mechanical testing system, likely for research or engineering purposes.