Educational Wind Tunnel Purchase and Installation

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking one educational wind tunnel, including delivery, installation, commissioning, and training, for its Mechanical Engineering department.

University of Wisconsin–Madison > Purchasing Services Department > Department of Mechanical Engineering


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2027-UWMSN-01444-RFB
Sep 22, 2026 07:00 PM
Sep 14, 2026 02:45 PM
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educational wind tunnel

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Description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is soliciting bids for one educational wind tunnel to support its Engineering Mechanics and Aerospace Engineering 422 Aerodynamics Laboratory course. The required unit must have a test section of at least 12 by 12 inches, an approximate velocity range of 10–60 m/s, a sting balance for aerodynamic load measurements, mean pressure coefficient capability, and turbulence intensity below 2%. The equipment must match the existing wind tunnel used in the same class or laboratory. The purchase includes delivery, installation, setup, commissioning, operating and maintenance manuals, and training or instruction if requested. Bidders must provide detailed technical specifications, warranty and service information, NRTL certification information, delivery timing, country of origin and shipping details, and pricing for consumables, optional equipment, upgrades, and add-ons. The bidder must be the original manufacturer or an authorized distributor or dealer with service and repair capabilities.

Classification Codes
NAICS334516Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSCN066Installation of Equipment: Instruments and Laboratory Equipment
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educational wind tunnelslaboratory equipmentequipment installation
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Supply & Service
Timeline
Sep 14, 2026 02:45 PM-Open Date
Sep 22, 2026 07:00 PM-Bid Submission Deadline
Sep 22, 2026 08:00 PM-Public Bid Opening (optional)
Meeting ID: 226 854 377 406 76; Passcode: yA6T5uj. Video conferencing device: Tenant key wisc@m.webex.com; Video ID: 118 072 675 4.
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Automobile liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers compensation
Informational
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 3 years
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