How to bid on a liquid manure spreader for UW-Madison

What UW-Madison is buying

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids to purchase a liquid manure spreader for its Agricultural Research Stations. This is an equipment purchase issued as an invitation for bid (IFB).

Key date and deadline

The solicitation was published October 6, 2026. Bids are due October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

Responses must be entered online through the ShopUW+ event. Plan to submit before the deadline and allow time to complete the portal steps.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit equipment vendors that supply liquid manure spreaders and can submit an online bid. Review the solicitation details to confirm that your offering fits the requested purchase.

How to find and respond

Find the solicitation in Wisconsin VendorNet by searching for reference number 2027-UWMSN-01449-RFB, then open the matching row. The public posting can be viewed without an account.

The solicitation directs vendors to submit responses online through the ShopUW+ event, number 2027-UWMSN-01449-RFB. Follow the posting’s instructions for entering your response before the deadline.

Prepare a clear, complete bid

Read the full posting and check each requested item before preparing your response. Make it easy to see what equipment you are offering and how it addresses the solicitation.

Allow time to review your entries for accuracy and completeness before submitting. Keep a copy of your submitted response and any confirmation provided by the portal.