3D Printer

Utica Community Schools is seeking proposals for the provision of a 3D Printer (B-2454-26).

Utica Community Schools is seeking sealed bids for a one 3D printer package for high school. The bid shall include the delivery, installation, configuration, teacher training and testing of hardware, software, and system components for a turn-key solution.

Provide a comprehensive bid that fully details the features and functions of your proposed solution. Provide unit pricing on the excel pricing sheet.

3D Printing Package

Provide one (1) professional, office-friendly, full-color 3D printer with a rotating print platform designed for high surface quality and multi material printing; similar to equivalent to a Polyjet Stratasys J55 Prime model.

3D Printer Package (FDM)

Provide one (1) professional, office friendly, FDM 3D printer. Similar or equivalent to a Stratasys model F170 System. Parts are produced within an accuracy of +/- .200 mm (.008 in), or +/- .002 mm/mm (.002 in/in), whichever is greater. Capable of printing PLA2, ABS-M30, ABS-CF10, ASA, TPU 92A and QSR Support material with Build Tray Dimensions of (10 x 10 x 10 in.)

EDU Start-up Material Kit (Support & Model Materials)

Include EDU start-up material packs for support or equivalent starter set sufficient for initial operations. [...] Qty 8 - Cleanser – cleaning fluid Cartridge or similar

Photo Bleaching Unit

Desktop Unit or Similar. 110-120V, Chamber Size of (12 x 12 x 6.25in). For use with VeroUltraClear, VeroUltraClearS and VeroClear Materials

Odor & Fume Control Equipment

Include a dedicated odor & fume control System (or equal) compatible with the printer, with combined HEPA + activated carbon filtration, 99.997% @ 0.3 μm HEPA efficiency, noise <57 dBA, and electrical supply 115–230 V.

Post-Processing Equipment

Include part cleaning system (110–120 V, 60 Hz) or similar for removal of support materials.

Print Heads - 4 additional print heads.

Software Workflow

LAN TCP/IP connectivity; include necessary print software plus any required license for a 5-year implementation including updates/upgrades.

Materials Credit - Bidders may include credit for purchasing 4 additional years' worth of materials.

Uninterruptible Power supply UPS, Eaton 9SX, 1770W,120V or similar.

Warranty & Service

Provide warranty or equivalent OEM program to total five (5) years of coverage with on-site service for the printer.

Onsite Installation & Training

Vendor to provide on-site unboxing, setup, and basic system training (2 days) and deliver a ready-to-print system requiring no mechanical calibrations beyond standard start-up procedures.

• Must be installed and operational by February 26, 2027
• Training must be completed by March 25, 2027

Bids must be submitted online to the portal no later than 9:30 a.m., November 16, 2026 (the "Due Date"). Submissions through the portal will be the only accepted method to submit proposals for this project. Proposals will be electronically sealed until the stated Due Date and Time after which they will be publicly unsealed and read aloud via video conference.

All Contractors submitting Proposals must provide a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or key employee of the Bidder submitting a Proposal and any member of the Utica Community School District Board of Education or the Utica Community School District Superintendent.

All Contractors submitting Proposals must provide a sworn and notarized Affidavit of Compliance pursuant to the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, Michigan Public Act No.517 of 2012.

Price will not be the only factor considered when awarding this bid. Other factors to be considered, but not limited to, are the reliability of the bidder, quality of the supplies and service, conformity with the specification, satisfaction of delivery requirements and minimum delivery requirements.

Proposals shall be irrevocable for a minimum period of one hundred eighty (180) calendar days following the Due Date.

Commercial General Liability Insurance limits of liability no less than one-million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and/or aggregate combined single limit.