Specifications
1. Overview / Scope: Department of General Services (DGS) will be ordering darkroom
items to be delivered to and installed at Lincoln University 1570 Baltimore Pike, Lincoln
University PA, 19352. All shipping and installation charges must be factored into the unit
cost of the item(s). Installation will be in the Photography Studio, there is elevator
access to the studio. All Bid pricing should be a unit price for one unit.
2. Eligibility: To be eligible for award, a bidder must comply with the following:
A. bidder must be the manufacturer of the products being offered, or be an authorized
representative reseller or distributor of the manufacturer’s products
B. Bids must be received on time and completed in its entirety
C. Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-06, Worker Protection and Investment (October 21,
2021), the Commonwealth is responsible for ensuring that every Pennsylvania worker
has a safe and healthy work environment, and the protections afforded them through
labor laws. To that end, contractors and grantees of the Commonwealth must certify
that they are in compliance with all applicable Pennsylvania state labor and workforce
safety laws. Such certification shall be made through the Worker Protection and
Investment Certification Form (BOP-2201) and submitted with the bid, proposal, or
quote.
3. Method of Award: An award will be made to the single lowest responsive and
responsible bidder.
4. Documents to be returned with bid:
A. Cover letter with contact information of Representative with knowledge of this
procurement
B. Documentation of equipment being proposed with specifications such as owner’s
manual
C. BOP-2201 Worker Protection Contractor Grantee Notice
D. Lobbying Certification and Disclosure Form E. Reciprocal Limitations Form
5. Specification:
A. Products shall meet the minimum requirements for each product as described below,
unless noted otherwise in product description.
B. All camera/lighting gear must be compatible as necessary.
C. Supplier shall honor all manufacturers warranties.
D. All items provided resulting from this IFB shall be NEW, and not demonstrator, rebuilt,
reconditioned, refurbished, remanufactured, or used in anyway.
E. Quantities listed are estimated. Each piece of equipment must possess the features
listed to follow the program curriculum at Lincoln University:
Darkroom and Lighting Items
Enlarging Easel
o 11X14” Universal 4-Bladed Enlarging Easel (Quantity 14)
Heavy gauge, spring steel blades
Detachable masking blades for individual arrangement
Three-sided measuring scale
Film Cameras and lighting
o Large Format, Entry level, Lightweight 4x5 film view Camera (Quantity: 5)
Camera requirements:
Lightweight
Front Rise
Shift
Swing and Base Tilt
Accepts Standard Copal shutter lenses
Includes ground glass and bellows
Each camera should include
• 2 pack - 4X5 film holders (Quantity 4)
• Lens boards (appropriate copal size based on lenses purchased)
• Lens 210mm
• Aluminum tripod
• Pan/tilt head
• Minimum 25lb load capacity
• Flip/lever locks (not twist lock)
• Small to medium dark cloth with one silver side
• Metal or heavy duty plastic case to hold camera, lens and
accessories
• Shuter cable release ~10”
o Professional 4X5 film rail camera (Quantity 1)
Camera requirements
• Front rise
• Shift
• Swing
• Base tilt
• Rear swing and base tilt
• Includes ground glass
• Accepts standard copal shutter lenses
• Each camera should include
• 2 pack – 4x5 film holders (Quantity 8)
• Lens boards (appropriate copal size based on lenses
purchased)
• Lens 210mm
• Lens 120mm
• Aluminum tripod
• Pan/tilt head
• Minimum 25lb load capacity
• Flip/lever locks (not twist lock)
• Small to medium dark cloth with one silver side
• Metal or heavy duty plastic case to hold camera, lens and
accessories
• Shutter cable release ~10”
o Professional 4x5 film field camera (Quantity 1)
Camera requirements
• Front rise
• Shift
• Swing
• Base tilt
• Rear swing and base tilt
• All metal construction
• Accepts standard copal shutter lenses
• Includes ground glass
• Each camera should include
• 2 pack - 4x5 film holders (quantity 8)
• Lens board for each lens (appropriate copal size based on
lenses purchased
• Lens 210mm
• Lens 150mm
• Aluminum tripod
• Pan/tilt head
• Minimum 25lb load capacity
• Flip/lever locks (not twist lock
• Small to medium dark cloth with one silver side
• Metal or heavy duty plastic case to hold camera,
lens and accessories
• Shutter cable release ~10”
35mm SLR film camera with K mount (Quantity 15)
• Each camera should include
• 50mm or 85mm lens
• Camera strap
• Camera bag
• Lens cap
Medium format single lens reflex 6x6cm format (120) film camera
(Quantity 5)
• Each camera should include
• 120 film back
• Lens ~80mm
• Lens ~50mm
• Aluminum or carbon fiber tripod
• Pan/tilt head
• Minimum 15lb load capacity
• Lever/flip locks (not twist locks)
• Shutter cable release ~10”
• Camera bag
• Lens cap
Medium format single lens reflex 6x7cm format (120) camera with film
and digital back attachment capabilities (Quantity 5)
• Each camera should include
• 120 film back
• Lens ~90mm
• Lens ~55mm
• Aluminum or carbon fiber tripod
• Pan/tilt head
• Minimum 15lb load capacity
• Lever/flip locks (not twist locks)
• Shutter cable release ~10”
• Camera bag
• Lens cap
6x9cm medium format rangefinder with 90mm lens (Quantity 2)
• Each rangefinder should include
• Camera bag
• Lens cap
Lighting
o Constant Lighting
• Bi-color LED Monolight -330W, bowens S Mount (Quantity 6)
• Description
The high performance bi-color LED moonlight is designed
for studio and on location photography and videography.
This versatile lighting solution offers precise color
temperature control, powerful output, and a robust
construction making it ideal for both still photography and
video production.
• Features
o Light source: type: bi color LED moonlight
o Output: 117,000 lux at 3.3’ (5600K)
o Power: 330W, providing ample brightness for
various lighting needs
o Color temperature range: adjustable from
2800K to 6500K, enabling flexibility and
creativity in different shooting conditions
• RGB LED moonlight – 43,400 LUX (@3’), bowens S mount (Quantity 9)
• Features
Light source: type: RGB LED moonlight featuring full color
capabilities for diverse creative applications
Maximum output: 43,300 Lux at 3.3’ with reflector
Power: 310W
Color temperature range: adjustable color temperature
from 3500k to 8500k, allowing for precise control over
warmth and coolness
RGB Range: full RGB spectrum output for extensive color
options, enabling users to create custom lighting effects
Capable of producing vibrant colors and special effecs for
dynamic scenees
• Accessories: Provide the following in the quantities listed
• Plastic dust cover (quantity 13)
• 35mm glassless negative carrier (quantity 13)
• 6x6 cm negative carrier (quantity 13)
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