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Awarded contract·University of Akron·Ohio

3D Printers

Won by Boundary Systems$7kSingle Award
Contract source

Awarded vendors

  • Boundary Systems

Description

The University of Akron issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 3D printers, and after reviewing the proposals, they selected Boundary Systems as the best fit for their needs. The contract is for the purchase of 1 refurbished 3D printer and 1 new 3D printer. The University of Akron's Purchasing department handled the procurement process, and Luba Cramer was the purchasing agent in charge. The key aspects of this contract include the procurement of 3D printing technology, the selection of a vendor through a competitive RFP process, and the importance of meeting the University's specific needs. Some key points to consider are: • The University of Akron's requirements for 3D printing technology • The competitive RFP process and the selection of Boundary Systems as the winning vendor • The role of the Purchasing department and Luba Cramer in the procurement process • The importance of meeting the University's specific needs for 3D printing technology

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Last updated

Details

Award type
Single Award
Procurement
Full and Open Competition
Industry
Education
NAICS
423430
Solicitation №
2015-3-1928

Contract value

$6,500

The contract value is not explicitly stated in the document. However, based on the description of the procurement, which includes 1 refurbished 3D printer and 1 new 3D printer, we can estimate the value. The cost of a new 3D printer can range from $1,000 to $10,000 or more, depending on the specifications and features. A refurbished 3D printer can cost significantly less, potentially in the range of $500 to $2,000. Considering these estimates, a rough estimate for the contract value could be between $1,500 and $12,000. However, this is a wide range and the actual value could be different. Factors that may influence the contract value include the specific models and features of the 3D printers, the vendor's pricing, and any additional services or support included in the contract.

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