Purchase of Ten Wharf Cranes for Wharves Nos. 5 and 6 at Barbours Cut Terminal and Wharf No. 1 at Bayport Container Terminal

The Port of Houston Authority is soliciting proposals for the design, fabrication, assembly, delivery, installation, and commissioning of ten dockside electric container cranes. The project involves the procurement of six cranes for Wharf 1 at the Bayport Container Terminal, including two designed for curved rails, and four cranes for Wharves 5 and 6 at the Barbours Cut Terminal. All cranes must be capable of serving vessels up to 22 containers across and include specialized equipment such as telescoping twin-20 foot spreaders, cargo beams, and over-height attachments. The contract duration is 700 calendar days from the purchase order date, with a requirement for manufacturer representatives to remain on-site for six months following commissioning. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. and must be submitted via the Workday eProcurement System. A bid security of 5% of the greatest amount bid is required. Award selection is based on a best-value one-step process, weighted by purchase price (35%), respondent qualifications and reputation (30%), and the overall benefit to the Port Authority (35%). Qualified respondents must provide detailed safety and environmental records per Texas Water Code Section 60.4115 and adhere to Small Business Enterprise participation requirements. The contract also mandates statutory performance and payment bonds and requires compliance with Harris County prevailing wage rates.