Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting bids on behalf of the Food Science Department for an ion chromatography system with electrochemical detector.

The equipment will enable the measurements of oxidizable chemicals and heavy metals that can be found in food packaging

and contribute to understanding the chemical and metals food and environmental safety risks. Chemicals and metals of interest include endocrine modulating/disrupting chemicals (bisphenols and phthalates), per and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS), heavy metals (cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, arsenic, etc.). The system will also be used to quantify amino acids and similar molecules.

Suppliers should read all materials carefully and note the due date.

Suppliers must direct all questions and comments in reference to this RFP to the University Representative using the QUESTIONS tab via this electronic bid system.