- Org
- TAMU
- Type
- ITB
- Title
- FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes
- Number
- AG-RSCH-ITB-6627
- Source
- TAMU
- Status
- Open
- Event Id
- 1465202
- Open Str
- 10/30/2026, 2:40 PM CDT
- Pdf Text
- 30 October 2026
FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes
FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes
30 October 2026
Open 10/30/2026, 2:40 PM CDT Type Invitation to Bid
Close 11/20/2026, 2:00 PM CST Number AG-RSCH-ITB-6627
Currency US Dollar
Sealed Until 11/20/2026, 2:00 PM CST
30 October 2026
Contacts
Kaitlyn Vetzel
KAITLYN.VETZEL@AG.TAMU.EDU
30 October 2026
Commodity Codes
None Added
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Description
INTRODUCTION:
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is requesting bids for a FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes.
Bidders shall offer a unit price response for each line item in this bid. Please read the terms and
conditions carefully. If you would like additional information concerning our purchasing procedures,
please contact:
Kaitlyn Vetzel, CTCD
Buyer I
Phone: 979-314-2683
Email: Kaitlyn.vetzel@ag.tamu.edu
VetHUB SUBCONTRACTING WEBINAR:
A subcontracting plan pre-bid webinar is scheduled for Thursday, November 5th at 2:00 p.m
(central time). Please refer to the VetHUB Subcontracting Instructions (located in the Buyer
Attachments section) for additional information, including the meeting link.
BID OPENING INFORMATION:
Bids will be opened at the date and time specified. Bidders and/or their representatives may attend
the bid opening if desired. The bid opening will be held at 578 John Kimbrough Blvd., Room #417,
College Station, Texas 77843. Paid visitor parking is located in the first row of Lot 97. After the bids
have been evaluated, the vendor receiving a bid award from this solicitation will be issued a
purchase order.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees to comply with all Agency terms and conditions. These
supersede any other terms and conditions issued by the bidder. Additional federal terms and
conditions attached.
GOVERNING LAW:
Any contract resulting from this bid solicitation shall be construed and governed by the laws of the
State of Texas.
PAYMENT TERMS:
Net 30 days upon successful installation and completion of training and acceptance by the Agency
or receipt of correct invoice, whichever is later.
DELIVERY:
Any bid submitted should include estimated delivery time for the item(s) being offered.
WARRANTY:
Any bid submitted should include complete warranty information for the item(s) being offered.
INSURANCE:
Prior to the commencement of any services, the awarded vendor shall provide a valid and current
certificate of insurance. The vendor shall comply with and maintain all insurance coverages and
limits as set forth in the attached Insurance Requirements.
INSTALLATION:
All installation shall be performed by a single vendor. The requested equipment is to be supplied
as a complete operational system, set-up and ready for use. Any/all operational/maintenance
manuals are to be provided at the time of the shipping/installation. This project shall be considered
a "turnkey" project that includes all aspects of the installation. The vendor shall have access to the
premises for the purpose of delivering equipment and performing the work necessary to fulfill this
purchase order. They shall cooperate with the Agency's personnel who may currently be working
on the premises, integrating their work with that of the Agency, all to the best interest of the total
job and its orderly completion. It is understood that all equipment and materials supplied by the
vendor shall remain their property until such time as accepted or paid for by the Agency. The
vendor shall protect them with appropriate insurance against theft or other loss or damage. The
vendor shall be responsible for damage to the Agency's equipment and/or the workplace and its
contents by its work, negligence in work, its personnel and equipment. The vendor shall be
responsible and liable for the safety, injury, and health of its working personnel while performing
installation/service work.
SPECIFICATIONS:
These specifications are being advertised under TX Government Code Title 10, Subtitle D,
Chapter 2155, Section 2155.067. Only bids on items conforming exactly to these specifications will
be considered in determining an award. "Conforming exactly to these specifications" includes
bidding only the brand name(s), make(s) and model number(s) specified in this invitation for bid.
AWARD BASED ON BEST VALUE:
The Agency reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive informalities and
technicalities, to accept the offer considered most advantageous and award the bid based on best
value criteria. In determining what is the best value to the Agency, the Agency shall consider any
or all of the following:
• Purchase price
• The reputation of the vendor and the vendor's goods or services.
• The quality of the vendor's goods or services.
• The extent to which the goods or services meet the agency's needs.
• The vendor’s past relationship with the Agency.
• The total long-term cost to the Agency in acquiring the vendor’s good or services.
• The length and coverage of the vendor's warranty.
• The delivery time.
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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid
There are no Prerequisites added to this event.
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Buyer Attachments
1. Standard Insurance Requirements 3.2026.pdf
2. Bid TCs 10.5.26.pdf
3. Federal Terms & Conditions
4. Subcontracting Plan - AG-RSCH-ITB-6627.pdf
5. VetHUB Subcontracting Instructions - AG-RSCH-ITB-6627.pdf
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Questions Required Questions
Group 1: Item Basics
Instructions:
1.1 Bidder affirms that any/all applicable discounts have been applied to, and included in,
the cost of the items.
1.2 Please upload full descriptive literature/technical specifications of item(s) being offered
here.
1.3 What is the warranty for the item(s) being offered?
1.4 What is the estimated delivery time after receipt of a purchase order?
1.5 Will the items be shipped from a domestic (U.S.) or international location?
1.6 What is the country of origin?
1.7 A Subcontracting Plan (SP) is required for bid amounts totaling $100,000.00 or more. Is
your total bid greater than or equal to $100,000.00?
1.8 Please upload your completed Subcontracting Plan here.
1.9 An Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) may be required for this purchase. If applicable, the
awarded vendor shall be required to submit an ACR before a Purchase Order is issued. If you
already have an ACR, please upload it here.
1.10 Please provide a description of on-site training (length of training, location, costs
included, number of participants allowed, required timeframe to schedule/complete etc.)
Group 2: Export Control
Instructions:
2.1 Are any of the items included in this Invitation to Bid export controlled?
2.2 If applicable, provide the Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) or Category
(EAR or ITAR) for the items being offered.
Group 3: Insurance
Instructions:
3.1
Did you submit a current certificate of insurance that complies with the coverages and
limits set forth in the Insurance Requirements attachment? Please note that failure to
maintain the required insurance for the duration of any resulting agreement may result
in cancellation of the agreement by the Agency.
3.2 If not, then Bidder affirms that, prior to award and issuance of any resulting agreement,
a copy of its current certificate of insurance, compliant with the coverages and limits as
set forth in the Insurance Requirements attachment, will be provided.
Group 4: Terms & Conditions
Instructions:
4.1 Does the bidder agree that the Agency's terms and conditions shall govern any
resulting purchase order? By agreeing, bidder understands that any terms and
conditions attached to the bidder's bid response will be considered withdrawn.
4.2 If not, please upload a redlined copy of the Agency's bid terms and conditions for
review.
4.3 Does section 1.12 of the Agency's bid terms and conditions apply?
4.4 If yes, please select any that are applicable from the drop-down menu.
4.5 Does section 3 of the Agency's bid terms and conditions apply?
4.6 If yes, please select any that are applicable from the drop-down menu.
4.7 Does section 6.7 of the Agency's bid terms and conditions regarding compliance with
Texas Government Code section 669.003 apply?
4.8 Please provide the name of the former executive.
4.9 Please provide the name of the state agency.
4.10 Please provide the date of separation from the state agency.
4.11 Please provide the position with bidder.
4.12 Please provide the date of employment with the bidder.
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Product Line Items Product Line Items
1.
# Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Allow
Alternates Qty. UOM Requested Delivery
P1 FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
2026 - FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes
P2 FibroScan Mini 430+ 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
FibroScan Mini 430+
P3 M+ Probe VCTE™ 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
M+ Probe VCTE™
P4 XL+ Probe VCTE™ 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
XL+ Probe VCTE™
P5 Guided VCTE 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
Guided VCTE
P6 FS430 Mini+ 5 year - Comprehensive Value Package 2 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
FS430 Mini+ 5 year - Comprehensive Value Package
P7 Initial Installation & Training 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
Initial Installation for (2) Fibroscans & Training for 3 users)
P8 Shipping & Handling 1 LO - Lot
For (2) Fibroscans and their respective components:
F.O.B. Destination: Dallas, TX 75252 (for domestic shipments)
D.D.P. Destination: Dallas, TX 75252 (for international
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Service Line Items Service Line Items
There are no Items added to this event.
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- Close Str
- 11/20/2026, 2:00 PM CST
- Contact Name
- Kaitlyn Vetzel
- Description
- FibroScan 430+ with M & XL Probes
- Contact Email
- kaitlyn.vetzel@ag.tamu.edu
- Sci Docs Fetched
- Yes
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