Bid guide
How to bid on Engineering Support Services for Scientific and R&D Projects for UW-Madison
What UW-Madison is buying
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking bids for engineering support services. These services are specifically for scientific and research and development projects. This is an opportunity for firms that can provide specialized engineering expertise to support university research initiatives.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 28, 2026. All bids must be submitted by August 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Bids must be entered online through the ShopUW+ solicitation portal by this deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional engineering firms with experience in scientific and research and development projects. Vendors should be prepared to offer specialized engineering support tailored to the needs of a university research environment. The category for this bid is professional services.
How to respond
To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” on the Wisconsin VendorNet page. This will open the bid’s detail page, which is publicly viewable without an account. The synopsis, contact information, and document names are available on that page. Responses must be entered online through the ShopUW+ solicitation portal as directed in the posting. Questions should be directed to Eric Thompson via email at [email protected]. Julie Yapp is also listed as an agency contact.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your bid, ensure your proposal clearly outlines your firm's experience and capabilities in providing engineering support for scientific and research and development projects. Highlight any specific expertise relevant to university research settings. Pay close attention to all instructions for online submission through the ShopUW+ portal to ensure your bid is submitted correctly and on time. Double-check all required forms and documentation before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Uw Madison; the original posting controls.