Self - Contained Cabinet X - Ray Irradiation System

2026-11-03

The Savannah State University ( SSU ), pursuant to the State Purchasing Act ( Official Code of Georgia Annotated 50 - 5 - 50 et . Seq .), is issuing an Electronic Request for Quote ( eRFQ ) to one or more qualified suppliers to provide a self - contained cabinet X - ray irradiation system , or equivalent . The system will be used for controlled irradiation of biological materials and must meet the technical , safety , and performance requirements outlined herein . This RFQ is intended to identify a responsible supplier capable of providing equipment comparable in form , function , and performance to an Xstrahl C1X2 , without restricting competition to a specific manufacturer . Specifications include , but are not limited to : The awarded supplier shall provide : • One ( 1 ) new , unused , self - contained cabinet X - ray irradiation system , or equivalent . • All standard components , accessories , shielding , and software required for full operation . • Delivery to a State - designated facility within the State of Georgia . • On - site installation , system setup , and operational verification . o The supplier shall provide on - site installation , commissioning , and performance validation , including radiation safety checks and compliance certification . • Initial system calibration and acceptance testing . o The supplier shall perform initial system calibration at the time of installation by a qualified service engineer . o Calibration shall include verification and adjustment of : X - ray tube voltage ( kV ) and current ( mA ) accuracy , Exposure time or dose delivery accuracy , Dose rate output at specified source - to - sample distances and Beam uniformity within the irradiation chamber o Calibration measurements shall be carried out using traceable , calibrated dosimetry instruments in accordance with recognized standards . o Acceptance testing shall be conducted jointly with the user to confirm that the system meets all specified technical and safety requirements . o Acceptance tests shall include , at minimum : Radiation output and reproducibility , Safety interlocks and emergency stop functionality , Radiation leakage levels at all accessible external surfaces and System software functionality and user controls o The supplier shall provide written calibration and acceptance test reports , including measured values , tolerances , and compliance statements . o The system shall be considered accepted only after successful completion of calibration and documented acceptance testing .

Georgia

2026-04-29