Issue Date: October 28, 2026
Commodity Description: Veterinary Equipment
Terms: NET 30
Bid Opening Date and Time: Monday, November 16, 2026 11:00 a.m. CST
FOB: ASU
Procurement Contact Information: Name: Lisa Glasco, CPCP, CPPB, CPPO, NIGP-CPP, APO; Title: Director of Procurement Services; Phone: 870-972-2028; Email: lglasco@astate.edu
Mailing Address (USPS Delivery Address): Procurement Services, Arkansas State University, PO Box 1860, State University, AR 72467
Non-USPS Delivery Address: Procurement Services, Arkansas State University c/o Central Receiving, 2713 Pawnee, State University, AR 72467
Introduction: Arkansas State University issued this Invitation for Bid (IFB) to obtain pricing for equipment for the College of Veterinary Medicine. The Department seeks equipment for teaching, including simulators for student engagement.
Bid Opening: November 16, 2026 11:00 A.M. CST at Arkansas State University, 2713-A Pawnee Street, Jonesboro, AR 72401.
Objective and Goals: The Department seeks equipment for teaching, including simulators for student engagement.
Type of Contract: The Department intends to award a contract to a single Contractor. The anticipated starting date for any resulting contract is November 2026.
Response Documents / Required Submission Materials: Prospective Contractors shall utilize the Official Price Sheet attached to the Solicitation to submit their bids. Required items include Signed Bid Signature Page and Completed Official Price Sheet (pricing in U.S. dollars and cents; prices must be firm offers; state and local sales taxes should not be included). Additional items to be submitted before contract award may include EO 98-04 Contract & Grant Disclosure Form and a copy of the Prospective Contractor's Equal Opportunity Policy (or a written statement if not required by law to have one).
Award Criteria and Contractor Selection: Award is expected to be made to the responsive and responsible Prospective Contractor determined to have submitted the lowest bid that meets the Requirements and criteria outlined in the IFB, based on the Official Bid Price Sheet. The University reserves rights to determine costs unreasonable or unrealistic, to request clarifications, and to conduct negotiations under specified conditions.
Solicitation Terms and Conditions: Includes requirements regarding contractor responsibility, certification (e.g., Israel boycott, illegal immigrant employment, scrutinized company restrictions), invoicing, payment procedures, and other standard state procurement terms.
Official Price Sheet (selected items listed on the sheet): Holstein Venipuncture Intramuscular Injection with Stand (Qty 3); Hereford Model Dystocia Simulator Brown (Qty 2); Equine Palpation Colic Simulator with Stand (Qty 1); Canine Dental Surgical Package Brown (Qty 2); Canine Dental Technician Package Black (Qty 2); Freight; TOTAL PRICE. (Vendors must complete the Official Bid Price Sheet and note that Arkansas State University will not be obligated to pay any cost not identified on that sheet.)
