- Org
- TAMU
- Type
- ITB
- Title
- Hyperspectral Cameras with Benchtop Reflectance System
- Number
- AG-RSCH-ITB-6618
- Source
- TAMU
- Status
- Open
- Event Id
- 1449844
- Open Str
- 10/1/2026, 4:00 PM CDT
- Pdf Text
- 01 October 2026
Hyperspectral Cameras with Benchtop Reflectance System
Hyperspectral cameras with benchtop reflectance system
01 October 2026
Open 10/1/2026, 4:00 PM CDT Type Invitation to Bid
Close 10/15/2026, 2:00 PM CDT Number AG-RSCH-ITB-6618
Currency US Dollar
Sealed Until 10/15/2026, 2:00 PM CDT
01 October 2026
Contacts
Kaitlyn Vetzel
KAITLYN.VETZEL@AG.TAMU.EDU
01 October 2026
Commodity Codes
None Added
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Description
INTRODUCTION:
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking bids for the purchase of two hyperspectral cameras with benchtop
reflecting system. 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
BID OPENING INFORMATION:
Bids will be opened at the date and time specified. Bidders and/or their representative 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.
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.
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.
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.
QUESTION SUBMISSION METHODS:
Any/all questions should be addressed in writing to Kaitlyn Vetzel via the Q&A Board for this invitation to
bid or email at Kaitlyn.vetzel@ag.tamu.edu. When deemed appropriate by the Agency, questions will be
answered by bid addendum.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Specifications or brand names given are meant to be descriptive rather than restrictive. Other manufacturer’s
equivalents will be considered. If bidding other than specified, please submit full descriptive literature and
technical specifications with your bid response.
WARRANTY:
Any bid submitted should include complete warranty information for the item(s) being offered.
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.
Required to View Event
Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid
There are no Prerequisites added to this event.
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Buyer Attachments
1. Bid Terms & Conditions
2. Federal Terms & Conditions
3. Standard Insurance Requirements 3.2026.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
Specifications or brand names given are meant to be descriptive rather than restrictive.
Other manufacturer’s equivalents will be considered. Are you bidding any items that
differ from those explicitly specified in this invitation to bid? If so, please clearly identify
and highlight any alternative or substitute items you are proposing and submit full
descriptive literature/technical specifications with your bid response.
1.3 Please upload full descriptive literature/technical specifications of item(s) being offered
here.
1.4 What is the warranty for the item(s) being offered?
1.5 What is the estimated delivery time after receipt of a purchase order?
1.6 Will the items be shipped from a domestic (U.S.) or international location?
1.7 What is the country of origin?
1.8 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.
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 1.Visible and Near Infrared (VNIR) Hyperspectral
Camera 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
- Spectral range: 400-1000nm minimum or wider. Lower
wavelength limit below 400nm is acceptable, provided the upper
wavelength limit must not exceed 1000nm
- Spectral resolution (FWHM): Less than 4 nm
- Spectral sampling interval: Less than 3 nm
- Number of spectral bands: More than 220
- Spatial pixels: 900 or above
- Digitization: 12-bit or above
- Maximum acquisition rate: Minimum 100 fps or above
- Pushbroom (line-scan) hyperspectral imaging architecture
- Factory wavelength calibration
- Radiometric correction capability
- Dark-current correction capability
- High-speed communication interface (USB 3.0, GigE Vision,
Camera Link, or equivalent)
P2 Visible and Near Infrared (VNIR) Hyperspectral Camera Lens 1 EA - Each
Must be compatible with Visible and Near Infrared (VNIR)
hyperspectral camera with a minimum 17mm focal length
P3 2.Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) Hyperspectral Camera 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
- Spectral range: 900-1700nm minimum. Upper wavelength
exceeding 1700nm is acceptable. Lower wavelength limit is
400nm.
- Spectral resolution (FWHM): Less than 10 nm
- Spectral sampling interval: Less than 5 nm
- Number of spectral bands: More than 160
-Spatial pixels: 320 or above
- Digitization: 12-bit or above
- Maximum acquisition rate: Minimum 100 fps or above
- Pushbroom (line-scan) hyperspectral imaging architecture
- Factory wavelength calibration
- Radiometric correction capability
- Dark-current correction capability
- High-speed communication interface (GigE Vision, USB 3.0,
Camera Link, or equivalent)
P4 Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) Hyperspectral Camera Lens 1 EA - Each
Must be compatible with Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR)
hyperspectral camera with a minimum 25mm focal length
P5 Benchtop Reflectance System Base 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
Benchtop Reflectance System Base must include:
- Linear Scanning Stage with Tower
- Data Acquisition Software
- Calibration Tile
- Six Fixture Halogen Flood Light
P6 PC Hardware for Benchtop Reflectance System 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
Must Include:
- Minimum 16” touch screen laptop
- Minimum 64 GB RAM
- Minimum 512 GB SSD
P7 Training & Installation 1 EA - Each
99900294 - Other Contracted Services - no specific comm code available | 5670
In-Person or Virtual Training upon installation of the system.
In-Person training preferred.
P8 Warranty 1 EA - Each
41100000 - Laboratory and scientific equipment | 5751 <$10k, 8422
Minimum 2-year warranty
P9 Shipping & Handling 1 EA - Each
F.O.B. Destination: College Station, TX 77843 (for domestic
shipments)
D.D.P. Destination: College Station, TX 77843 (for international
shipments)
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Service Line Items Service Line Items
There are no Items added to this event.
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- Close Str
- 10/15/2026, 2:00 PM CDT
- Contact Name
- Kaitlyn Vetzel
- Description
- Hyperspectral cameras with benchtop reflectance system
- Contact Email
- kaitlyn.vetzel@ag.tamu.edu
- Sci Docs Fetched
- Yes
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