Fayetteville State University Telescope System and Observatory Equipment

Fayetteville State University is seeking bids for a telescope system and related observatory equipment for their Planetarium as part of a renovation project.

Fayetteville State University


General
Closed (past due)
58-IFB262003
May 06, 2026 11:30 AM
Apr 24, 2026 08:18 PM
State
Original Solicitation Links
Contact
Victoria McAllister
+19106721082
Description

Fayetteville State University is procuring a telescope system, including a PlaneWave CDK550 Telescope, steel pier, controllers, focuser, rotator, and various accessories, for the Planetarium located within the Lyons Science Building. This procurement is part of an observatory renovation project. The university is seeking competitive offers from qualified vendors and installers to provide and install the requested equipment. Delivery and installation are expected within 90 consecutive calendar days after receipt of purchase order, with a contract effective date of May 15, 2026, or later. Bids are due by May 6, 2026, and will be opened virtually via Microsoft Teams.

Classification Codes
NAICS334516Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC6650Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components and Accessories
Smart Codes
telescope systemobservatory equipmentscientific instrument installation
Timeline
Apr 24, 2026 12:00 AM-Date Issued
Apr 29, 2026 05:00 PM-Submit Written Questions
May 01, 2026 05:00 PM-Provide Responses to Questions
May 06, 2026 12:00 AM-Contract Award
May 06, 2026 11:00 AM-Submit Bids
May 06, 2026 11:30 AM-Virtual Public Bid Opening (optional)
May 15, 2026 12:00 AM-Contract Effective Date
Documents
TitleDate Posted
58-IFB262003-Planetium Reef Telescope_FINAL DRAFT.pdfApr 24, 2026 10:44 AM